hurling
n.a fast and exciting team sport from Ireland played with a wooden stick and a small ball. It is one of the oldest and quickest field games in the world.
n.an outdoor team game of ancient Gaelic origin, played with a wooden stick called a hurley and a small ball called a sliotar. It is characterized by high speed and physical contact, with points scored by hitting the ball through or over the opponent's goalposts.
“Hurling is a very popular sport in Ireland.”
“Thousands of fans gathered at the stadium to watch the national hurling final this weekend.”
“Often described as the fastest game on grass, hurling requires exceptional hand-eye coordination and physical courage, as players strike the ball at speeds exceeding one hundred miles per hour.”
Typically used as an uncountable noun when referring to the sport itself.
“And yet – he spent most of the Europa League final win against Manchester United on the floor – hurling himself at shots, and United players, in a man-of-the-match performance.”