fistball
What is another word for fistball? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A sport played in Europe where competitors strike a ball back and forth over a net using their fists or forearms.
We haven't recorded synonyms for fistball yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use fistball
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
play fistball
a fistball match
a fistball club
a game of fistball
Fistball is a neutral, factual term used mainly when discussing the sport itself.
Etymology
Fistball is formed from fist + ball.
Full origin of fistball →Frequently asked questions
What is fistball?
Fistball is a European sport where competitors strike a ball over a net with their fists or forearms instead of their open hands or feet.
Where does the word fistball come from?
It is simply a combination of the words fist and ball, describing how the ball is struck in the game.
Is fistball similar to volleyball?
Both involve hitting a ball over a net without letting it touch the ground, but in fistball the ball is struck with the fist or arm rather than played with open hands.
