Word
bowls
US/ˈboʊɫz/
UK/bˈəʊlz/
Definitions
02the sport
n. a game played on grass where you roll heavy balls as close as possible to a smaller target ball.
n. a precision game played on a level or crowned grass surface using biased balls. Often referred to as 'lawn bowls'.
“My grandfather spends every Saturday afternoon at the local club playing bowls.”
“The local bowls club has seen a resurgence in membership as younger residents take an interest in the tactical nuances of the game.”
British English
Usage
Usually treated as a singular noun when referring to the sport itself.
Synonyms
03sport equipment
n. the heavy, weighted balls used in the game of bowls.
n. the biased balls used by players in the game of lawn bowls, designed to curve when rolled.
“He polished his bowls carefully before the start of the tournament.”
“Because the bowls are weighted on one side, the player must account for the curve of the delivery to reach the jack.”
British English
Real-World Examples
“It's also best to lift your soup or rice bowl towards your face to eat, as hunching over bowls is considered rude in Japan.” “Pour into small bowls or glasses, then chill for at least eight hours.” “Other stallholders are asking their customers to bring plastic bowls or traditional bags made from sisal fibre.” “Spoon the sauce into bowls and add the ham.” Scan code
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