Synonyms

field hockey

American

noun

a game played on a rectangular field having a netted goal at each end, in which two teams of 11 players each compete in driving a small leather-covered ball into the other's goal, each player being equipped with a stick having a curved end or blade that is flat on one side and rounded on the other.

field hockey British

noun

hockey played on a field, as distinguished from ice hockey

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Etymology

Origin of field hockey

First recorded in 1900–05

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field hockey

He played at the field hockey World Cup for his native South Africa, but holds an Italian passport now through his ancestry.

From Barron's ● Feb. 9, 2026

One of those is led by Waugh, who is heading up the Amsterdam Flames, which is backed by a consortium that includes former Australian field hockey player Jamie Dwyer and Australian businessman Tim Thomas.

From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2026

Did you know she has a scholarship awaiting her based on her skills in field hockey?

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2025

I was in speech and debate with my Indian classmates, played field hockey with Sikh kids, and took journalism with East Asian friends.

From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2024

“No, thank you,” Stephanie answered as she watched Jessica and some of her field hockey teammates play Never Have I Ever.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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