English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

fives

0 synonyms and 0 antonyms for fives, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A ball game similar to squash, played by hitting a ball against a wall with a gloved hand.

We haven't recorded synonyms for fives yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.

Etymology

Origin uncertain; possibly from the five fingers used to strike the ball.

Full origin of fives →

Frequently asked questions

What does “fives” mean?

The word “fives” means a ball game similar to squash, played by hitting a ball against a wall with a gloved hand. In plain terms, a traditional British handball-against-a-wall game, similar to squash.

How do you pronounce “fives”?

“Fives” is pronounced fyvz (/faɪvz/ in IPA).

How do you use “fives” in a sentence?

Here is “fives” used in a sentence: “The school still has a fives court from the Victorian era.”

What part of speech is “fives”?

“Fives” is a noun.

Is “fives” a common word?

“Fives” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Related words

5's 5s bunch of fives

Nearby words

← Back to the full definition of fives
Synonyms and antonyms from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA.