bludger
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9.9
- noun
- /ˈblʌdʒər/
- Jargon
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bludger
- As soon as the game started, the Bludgers were released, creating chaos among the players on the field.
Examples
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The Bludgers are up, followed by the Golden Snitch.
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I took a Bludger to the head two minutes in.
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You made that bludger chase after me?
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Harry's got himself a rogue bludger.
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So yeah, it was super fun. I spent my time being a chaser, which is kind of like playing rugby; you have to tackle other players to get the Quaffle (a partially deflated football) while attempting to score goals, hang onto your broom, and avoid bludgers!
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During the Quidditch match, a Bludger knocked a player off their broom, causing a dramatic fall.
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The Beaters skillfully manipulated the Bludgers to protect their team from the opposing Chasers.
Synonyms
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1.0
A round object used in games like football or tennis
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2.0
A soft, light ball thrown by players to try to hit others
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7.5
A ball hit or kicked very hard that moves very fast
Compounds
Surface Forms
Etymology
Bludger is the heavy flying ball in Quidditch, and its name sounds like bludgeon 'to beat'. That's why a bludger in the game is meant to hit or 'beat' players from their brooms.