Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A popular team sport played on a rectangular field where a ball is kicked or carried to score goals or points.
Football
/ˈfʊtbɔːl/Synonyms:
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This word has no antonymsExamples:
We play football after school.The football match starts at 5 PM.
Etymology:
"Football" derives from the late Old English "fotballe," related to "foot" and "ball." The concept of games involving kicking a ball dates back to medieval Europe.
Usage Statistics:
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