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hurley

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Noun — The curved wooden stick used to hit the ball in hurling.

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swing a hurley a hurley and sliotar

Etymology

From the verb "hurl" — the stick is named after the action of hurling the ball.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hurley” mean?

The word “hurley” means the curved wooden stick used to hit the ball in hurling. In plain terms, the stick (and sometimes the sport itself) used in the Irish game of hurling.

How do you pronounce “hurley”?

“Hurley” is pronounced HLEE (/ˈhɝli/ in IPA).

How do you use “hurley” in a sentence?

Here is “hurley” used in a sentence: “He grabbed his hurley and ran out onto the pitch.”

What part of speech is “hurley”?

“Hurley” is a noun.

Is “hurley” a common word?

“Hurley” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “hurley” have?

“Hurley” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the curved wooden stick used to hit the ball in hurling.

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