kickball

American  

[kik-bawl] / ˈkɪkˌbɔl /

noun

1. a children's game, similar to baseball, in which a large inflated ball, as a soccer ball, is kicked instead of being batted.

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Etymology

Origin of kickball

First recorded in 1970–75; kick + ball ¹

Example Sentences

The Times is hosting the event with the Next Fun Thing, which runs L.A. social events from speed dating to kickball tournaments.

From Los Angeles Times

We would explore the forest, climb trees, or play jacks and kickball.

From Literature

Kaczanowski has also done away with kickball, which became a showcase for those who were playing in a local league.

From The Wall Street Journal

Brian grew up playing baseball, hide-and-seek and kickball with nearly a dozen neighbor kids — staying outdoors until it grew dark under the watchful eye of a rotating cast of parents.

From Los Angeles Times

“This used to be a fun field where the kids can come out and play baseball or kickball,” said Clarissa, a mother of three who declined to give her last name.

From BBC