noun
fistball
FIST-bawl
Fistball (noun) means a sport played in Europe where competitors strike a ball back and forth over a net using their fists or forearms. Example: “The club runs a fistball session every Thursday evening.”
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A sport played in Europe where competitors strike a ball back and forth over a net using their fists or forearms.
"The club runs a fistball session every Thursday evening."
"She played fistball for her school before switching to volleyball."
"Our town hosts a fistball tournament every summer."
How to use fistball
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sport where you punch a ball over a net instead of hitting it with your hand.
When to use it
Fistball is a neutral, factual term used mainly when discussing the sport itself.
Memory tip
Remember it names the sport as a whole, not a single hit or shot within it.
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Common pairings
play fistball
a fistball match
a fistball club
a game of fistball
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The club runs a _____ session every Thursday evening.
Etymology
Fistball is formed from fist + ball.
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.
What is the meaning of fistball?
"fistball" (noun) means a sport played in Europe where competitors strike a ball back and forth over a net using their fists or forearms.
