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The correct spelling is rugby.
How to pronounce rugby
/ˈɹʌɡbi/
nounIPA: /ˈɹʌɡbi/
Say it like: Rug-bee
The correct spelling is rugby. (usually uncountable) A form of football in which players can hold or kick an ovoid ball. The ball cannot be handled forwards and points are scored by touching the ball to the g… For example: "The scrum is a distinctive element of rugby."
Usage Examples
“The scrum is a distinctive element of rugby.”
Definition
noun
- 1.(usually uncountable) A form of football in which players can hold or kick an ovoid ball. The ball cannot be handled forwards and points are scored by touching the ball to the ground in the area past their opponent’s territory or kicking the ball between goalposts and over a crossbar.
- 2.A loose fitting shirt with a collar, as worn by rugby players.
- 3.Rubber cement, contact cement.
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