Synonyms for

Bowling

Verb / ˈbəʊlɪŋ / Another word for bowling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Bowling is a game in which players try to knock down pins by rolling a heavy ball down a lane.

Synonyms & similar words

bowl skittles ninepins rolling throwing tossing hurling casting heaving pitching flinging lobbing chucking slinging projecting launching catapulting bouncing

Synonyms by register

Informal

striking rolling knocking down pins

Antonyms

standing stillness idleness inactivity rest calm quiet

Common collocations

  • bowling ball
  • bowling alley
  • bowling pin
  • bowling shoes
  • bowling league
  • ten-pin bowling
  • candlepin bowling

Word family

noun bowling
verb bowl

Usage note

Bowling refers to the sport of rolling a ball down a lane to knock over pins. It is distinct from 'bowing', which means to bend the head or body.

Example sentences

  1. I love going bowling with my family on weekends.
  2. My best score in bowling is 200 points!
  3. Bowling alleys can be very loud and busy.
  4. We had to rent special shoes for bowling.
  5. Bowling is a fun indoor activity during winter.

Quotes

  • 'Bowling is not a sport because you have to rent the shoes.' - George Carlin
  • 'Bowling is a sport for people who have talent to spare.' - Unknown
  • 'I love the sound of the pins falling down in a bowling alley.' - Unknown

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