water polo

noun

: a goal game similar to soccer that is played in water by teams of swimmers using a ball resembling a soccer ball

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Teen may want her temporary break from water polo to become permanent — but what will her dad and coach say? — Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 24 May 2026 Ohl committed to Stanford for water polo. — Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 17 June 2026 Also a varsity letter winner in water polo (1930-31). — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026 Meanwhile, the 25-yard-by-33-meter main pool has 13 lanes for lap swimming, recreational swimming, water polo and exercise classes. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for water polo

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First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of water polo was in 1873

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“Water polo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water%20polo. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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water polo

noun
: a game similar to soccer that is played in water by teams of swimmers

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