Associations to the word «Lacrosse»

Wiktionary

LACROSSE, noun. (sports) A sport played on a field between two opposing teams using sticks (crosses) and a ball, whereby one team defeats the other by achieving a higher score by scoring goals within the allotted time.
LACROSSE STICK, noun. The primary instrument used in lacrosse to handle the ball.
LACROSSE STICKS, noun. Plural of lacrosse stick

Dictionary definition

LACROSSE, noun. A game invented by American Indians; now played by two teams who use long-handled rackets to catch and carry and throw the ball toward the opponents' goal.

Wise words

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Nathaniel Hawthorne