rugby
UK: ˈrʌɡbi | US: ˈrʌɡbi
n. A team sport played with an oval ball, originating in England, where players carry, pass, or kick the ball to score points.
The word "rugby" derives directly from Rugby School in Warwickshire, England, where the sport was first codified in the early 19th century. According to legend, during a football (soccer) match in 1823, student William Webb Ellis picked up the ball and ran with it, defying the rules—an act that inspired the game’s distinct style. The name of the school became synonymous with the sport, and by the 1840s, "rugby football" was distinguished from association football (soccer). No further morpheme breakdown is possible, as it is a toponym (place-name derivative).
Rugby is known for its physical intensity and strategic teamwork.
The Rugby World Cup attracts millions of fans globally.
She joined a local rugby club to stay active and socialize.
Traditional rugby matches last 80 minutes, divided into two halves.
The rugby team celebrated their victory with a spirited haka dance.