Sport Flashcards
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Abseil
To descend a rock face or slope using a doubled rope coiled
around the body.
Example Sentence: “The climber had to abseil down the steep cliff.”
Bouldering
A form of rock climbing on small rock formations or artificial
climbing walls without ropes.
Example Sentence: “Bouldering requires strength and precise technique
Cyclocross
A form of bicycle racing over rough terrain that involves carrying
the bike over obstacles.
Example Sentence: “Cyclocross races feature diverse conditions, from
mud to sand, testing the riders’ skills.”
Epee
A type of sword used in the sport of fencing, characterized by a
three-sided blade.
Example Sentence: “Fencers wield an epee, aiming to score points by
touching their opponent with the tip.
Infielder
A baseball or softball player positioned in the infield, responsi
ble for fielding close to the bases.
Example Sentence: “The skilled infielder made a quick throw to first base
for the out.”
Luge
A winter sport where athletes make timed runs down narrow,
twisting, banked ice tracks in a small, one- or two-person sled.
Example Sentence: “Competitors reach incredible speeds while hurtling
down the luge track.”
Quidditch
A fictional sport from the Harry Potter series, played on flying
broomsticks with various magical elements.
Example Sentence: “Quidditch captivates readers and viewers with its dy
namic and imaginative gameplay.”
Racquetball
A racquet sport played on an indoor court with a small rubber
ball, involving hitting the ball against the walls.
Example Sentence: “Racquetball combines speed, agility, and precise
shots within an enclosed court.”
Xare
A traditional Basque sport similar to jai alai, involving a ball
bounced off a wall with a basket glove.
Example Sentence: “Xare requires precision and speed in catching and
throwing the ball against the wall.”
Zorbing
An activity in which a person rolls downhill inside a large, trans
parent orb made of plastic.
Example Sentence: “Zorbing provides a unique and exhilarating experi
ence as participants roll and tumble down a hill.”
Biathlon
A winter sport combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting
at specified intervals.
Example Sentence: “Biathletes showcase both skiing prowess and
marksmanship skills in the challenging biathlon.”
Equestrian
Relating to horseback riding or horse-related activities.
Example Sentence: “Equestrian events at the Olympics include dressage,
show jumping, and eventing.”
Futsal
A variant of soccer played on a smaller field and typically indoors, with a smaller ball and fewer players on each team.
Example Sentence: “Futsal emphasizes quick passes and skillful ball
control in a confined space.”
Gymkhana
A type of equestrian competition featuring speed and precision
events for riders and their horses.
Example Sentence: “The gymkhana included barrel racing and pole
bending challenges for horse and rider.”
Nordic Skiing
Cross-country skiing and ski jumping, collectively known as
Nordic skiing.
Example Sentence: “Nordic skiing includes both the endurance of
cross-country skiing and the skill of ski jumping.”
