Word Study
hurling
CIDE DICTIONARY
hurling, n.
- The act of throwing with force. [1913 Webster]
- A kind of game at ball, formerly played. [1913 Webster]"Hurling taketh its denomination from throwing the ball." [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
hurling, n. (also hurley)
1 an Irish game somewhat resembling hockey, played with broad sticks.
2 a stick used in this.
1 an Irish game somewhat resembling hockey, played with broad sticks.
2 a stick used in this.
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