rugby ball
Plural
rugby balls
1
an oval-shaped ball used in rugby, typically made of leather or synthetic material
A rugby ball is an oval-shaped ball used in the sport of rugby. It is typically made of synthetic leather or rubber and is designed to be durable and easy to grip. Its unique shape allows players to pass it more easily, though it can be harder to handle than a round ball. The ball is used in both rugby union and rugby league, and the objective of the game is to carry, pass, or kick the ball to score points by either grounding it in the opponent’s goal area or kicking it over their crossbar.
- She caught the rugby ball and ran towards the try line.
- His drop kick with the rugby ball sailed between the posts.
- The referee tossed the rugby ball into the scrum to restart play.
- He punted the rugby ball downfield to gain territorial advantage.
- The player passed the rugby ball to his teammate before being tackled.