volleyball
/ˈvɒlibɔ(ː)l/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: volleyballs
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A game played on a rectangular court between two teams of two to six players which involves striking a ball back and forth over a net.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The inflated ball used in such a game.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “volleyball” mean?
A game played on a rectangular court between two teams of two to six players which involves striking a ball back and forth over a net.
Is “volleyball” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.