Synonyms for

Hockey

Verb / ˈhɑ:ki: / Another word for hockey — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a team sport played on ice, in which players use sticks to hit a small, hard rubber disc (puck) into the opposing team's goal

Synonyms & similar words

hockeygame fieldhockey icehockey

Synonyms by register

Formal

ice sport team sport

Informal

puck sport ice game

Antonyms

individual sport non-contact sport dance ballet figure skating synchronized swimming

Common collocations

  • ice hockey
  • field hockey
  • play hockey
  • hockey stick
  • hockey game
  • hockey team
  • hockey puck
  • hockey rink

Word family

noun hockey
verb play hockey

Usage note

Hockey most commonly refers to the sport played on ice with skates and sticks. Field hockey is a distinct sport played on grass or turf. Ensure context is clear when using the term.

Example sentences

  1. My brother plays hockey for his school team.
  2. We went to watch a hockey game at the arena.
  3. I want to learn how to play hockey on ice.
  4. The national hockey team won the championship.
  5. Hockey is a popular sport in Canada.

Quotes

  • 'I'm a big hockey fan, and people are surprised to know that. - Pamela Anderson
  • 'Half the game is mental; the other half is being mental.' - Jim McKenny
  • 'I went to a fight the other night, and a hockey game broke out.' - Rodney Dangerfield

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