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interleague

interleague

4.4
Relating to games between teams from different leagues
  • adjective
  • /ˌɪntərˈliːɡ/
translation icon : interligas
  • The baseball season features several interleague matchups that attract large crowds.

Examples

  • Fans were excited to see their team play an interleague game for the first time.

  • The interleague games start next week.

  • Television ratings often increase during interleague competitions between rival cities.

  • Are you excited for the interleague match?

  • The two teams will compete in an interleague matchup this weekend, showcasing talents from both leagues.

  • Fans are excited for the interleague games, where players from different leagues will finally face each other.

  • The interleague series brings together rivals from both leagues, creating a thrilling atmosphere for the spectators.

Synonyms

intermural
vsinterleague
8.2

Happening between several schools or colleges for competitions

is between teams from different leagues rather than between institutions

Surface Forms

interleague positive

Morphology

interleague = league (transparent) = inter + league

The prefix 'inter-' meaning 'between' combines directly with 'league' to indicate relations or events between leagues, which learners can readily infer.

Etymology

Interleague comes from the parts inter- 'between' and league 'a group of teams', like in international or interstate. So interleague as an adjective describes matches or events that happen 'between leagues'.