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bowls

Pronunciation: [boʊlz]

Word

Learn how to use bowls in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “games”

(noun) Bowls is a sport where players try to roll heavy balls toward a smaller ball called the 'jack'. The aim is to get your balls as close as possible to the jack to score points.

Example

They played bowls at the park this afternoon and had a lot of fun.

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She didn't enjoy the bowls game, as she preferred playing tennis instead.

Example

Have you ever participated in a bowls match?

Context: “kitchenware”

(noun) A bowl is a round, deep dish used for holding food or liquid. You might use it to eat cereal or mix ingredients when cooking.

Example

I ate my soup from a big bowl yesterday.

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I couldn't find my bowls, so I had to eat my salad off a plate.

Example

Do you have a bowl for your popcorn during movie night?

Context: “games”

(verb) To bowl means to roll a ball in the game of bowls. Players take turns trying to roll their balls toward the jack.

Example

He bowls every weekend with his friends at the local park.

Example

She doesn't bowl well, so she decided to just watch the game.

Example

Can you bowl better than your brother?

How to pronounce bowls

Pronunciation: [boʊlz]

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