lacrosse
Translation
lacrosse
Examples
He plays lacrosse for his college team.
He plays lacrosse for his college team.
Lacrosse is a popular sport in North America.
Lacrosse is a popular sport in North America.
Grammar Patterns
to play lacrosse to participate in the sport of lacrosse My brother loves to play lacrosse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (sports) field hockey, hurling
Etymology
From Canadian French 'la crosse', literally 'the stick', as the stick used resembles a bishop's crosier.
Memory Tips
Picture players running 'across' the field with a stick ('la crosse').