Definition of "football"
Kid-friendly meaning of football, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "football" mean?
football (noun) — a team sport played with an oval ball, popular in America.
Example sentences using "football"
Grade K–2
We play football.
Grade 3–5
His older brother played football on the high school team every Friday night.
Grade 6–8
American football evolved from rugby in the late 1800s, gradually adding the forward pass and protective equipment that distinguish it from its English ancestor sport.
Words that rhyme with "football"
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