tourney
1 synonym for tourney, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A tournament, especially in informal or sporting contexts.
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Etymology
From Old French tornei, related to tornoier ("to joust").
Full origin of tourney →Frequently asked questions
What does “tourney” mean?
The word “tourney” means a tournament, especially in informal or sporting contexts. In plain terms, a shorter, more casual word for tournament.
How do you pronounce “tourney”?
“Tourney” is pronounced TOOR-nee (/ˈtɝni/ in IPA).
How do you use “tourney” in a sentence?
Here is “tourney” used in a sentence: “The local golf tourney draws players from across the county.”
What part of speech is “tourney”?
“Tourney” is a noun.
Where does the word “tourney” come from?
The word “tourney” comes from Old French. From Old French tornei, related to tornoier ("to joust").
