rugby
Translation
rugby
Examples
He plays rugby for the local team.
He plays rugby for the local team.
Rugby is a very physical sport.
Rugby is a very physical sport.
Grammar Patterns
to play rugby He plays rugby every weekend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rugby football; Related sports: American football, soccer
Etymology
Named after Rugby School in England, where the game was said to have originated in 1823.
Memory Tips
Picture the unique oval-shaped rugby ball to remember the sport.