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sliotar
What does sliotar mean?
The small, hard, leather-covered ball used in the Irish sports of hurling and camogie.
"He struck the sliotar the length of the pitch."
Origin
From Irish 'sliotar'; exact etymology uncertain.
Frequently asked questions
What is a sliotar?
It's the small, hard, leather-covered ball used in the Irish sports of hurling and camogie.
How do you pronounce sliotar?
Roughly 'SHLIT-er' — the 'sli' is said with a soft 'sh' sound.
Where does the word sliotar come from?
From the Irish word 'sliotar'; its exact etymology is uncertain.
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