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netball

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Noun — A team sport, usually played by women, in which two sides of seven try to score by throwing a ball through a raised hoop with a net.

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How to use netball

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play netball netball team netball match netball club netball league

It is a neutral, everyday word.

Etymology

The word was formed in English from net and ball.

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Frequently asked questions

How many players are on a netball team?
Each side in netball has seven players on court.
What is the difference between netball and basketball?
Netball developed from basketball. In netball, a player holding the ball cannot move until they pass it to a teammate.
Is netball only for women?
Netball is usually played by women, but the word itself simply names the sport.

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