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bandy

The correct spelling is bandy.

How to pronounce bandy

verb

IPA: /ˈbændi/

Say it like: Ban-dee

The correct spelling is bandy. To give and receive reciprocally; to exchange. For example: "to bandy words (with somebody)"

Usage Examples

to bandy words (with somebody)

to have one's name bandied about (or around)

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To give and receive reciprocally; to exchange.
  2. 2.To use or pass about casually.
  3. 3.To throw or strike reciprocally, like balls in sports.
  4. 4.To fight (with or against someone).

adjective

  1. 1.Bowlegged, or bending outward at the knees; as in bandy-legged.

noun

  1. 1.A winter sport played on ice, from which ice hockey developed.
  2. 2.A club bent at the lower part for striking a ball at play; a hockey stick.
  3. 3.A carriage or cart used in India, especially one drawn by bullocks.

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