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Meaning of Gaelic football
a contact team sport played with an oval ball, originated in Ireland
Etymology of Gaelic football
The word "Gaelic" refers to the Gaelic languages and cultures of Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man
The term "Gaelic football" was first used in the late 19th century to distinguish the sport from other forms of football, such as soccer and rugby
The sport has its roots in traditional Irish football games, which date back to the 17th century
Synonyms
football
soccer
rugby
hurling
camogie
sports
athletics
games
matches
tournaments
championships
leagues
cups
kickoffs
throw-ins
goalkeeping
defending
attacking
midfield
forwards
backs
Gaelic games
Irish football
Celtic football
amateur football
club football
county football
intercounty football
provincial football
national football
international football
competitive football
recreational football
contact sports
team sports
field sports
outdoor sports
physical activities
exercises
fitness
training
coaching
refereeing
umpiring
spectating
supporting
following
watching
playing
participating
competing
Definitions
- A contact team sport that originated in Ireland, played with an oval ball and combining elements of football, soccer, and rugby
- * A sport played between two teams of 15 players, with the objective of scoring points by carrying or kicking the ball into the opponent's goal or between the opponent's goalposts
Usage Examples
- The local Gaelic football team won the championship title last year
- * She has been playing Gaelic football since she was a child and now competes at the national level
- * The stadium was packed for the big Gaelic football match between the two rival teams
Antonyms
individual sports
solo activities
non-contact sports
indoor games
board games
card games
video games
sedentary activities
passive pursuits
leisure activities
hobbies
Hurling
Camogie
Handball
Rounders
Soccer
Rugby
Hockey
Basketball
Tennis
Golf
Swimming
Cycling
Athletics
Boxing
Wrestling
Martial arts