noun

Frisbee

FRIHZ-bee

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Frisbee (noun) means a flat, disc-shaped plastic toy that is thrown and caught, originally a trademarked brand name. Example: “The kids played frisbee on the beach all afternoon.”

noun

A flat, disc-shaped plastic toy that is thrown and caught, originally a trademarked brand name.

"The kids played frisbee on the beach all afternoon."

verb

To throw an object with a flat, spinning motion like a frisbee.

"The bartender Frisbeed a cardboard coaster to the patron at the end of the bar."

"He frisbeed the paper plate across the yard."

How to use Frisbee

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe classic flying plastic disc toy, now used generically even for non-brand versions.

Common mistake

"Frisbee" is technically a trademark, so some style guides prefer the generic term "flying disc" in formal writing.

Common pairings

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: Frisbees
Third person singular: Frisbees
Past tense: Frisbeed

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Etymology

Trademarked in 1959 by Wham-O, the name traces back to the Frisbie Pie Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut — college students in the area threw the empty pie tins for fun long before the plastic toy existed.

· First attested 1959

Class of 1959 Frisbee joined the language around 1959.

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Synonyms

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disc

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Rhymes for Frisbee

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Frisbee” mean?

The word “Frisbee” means a flat, disc-shaped plastic toy that is thrown and caught, originally a trademarked brand name. In plain terms, the classic flying plastic disc toy, now used generically even for non-brand versions.

How do you pronounce “Frisbee”?

“Frisbee” is pronounced FRIHZ-bee (/ˈfɹɪzbi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Frisbee” in a sentence?

Here is “Frisbee” used in a sentence: “The kids played frisbee on the beach all afternoon.”

What part of speech is “Frisbee”?

Depending on how it is used, “Frisbee” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “Frisbee” come from?

The word “Frisbee” dates back to around 1959. Trademarked in 1959 by Wham-O, the name traces back to the Frisbie Pie Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut — college students in the area threw the empty pie tins for fun long before the plastic toy existed.

How many meanings does “Frisbee” have?

“Frisbee” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a flat, disc-shaped plastic toy that is thrown and caught, originally a trademarked brand name.

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