crosse
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A long stick with a net at one end used in lacrosse to catch and throw the ball
- noun
- /krɔs/
- Specialized
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crosse
- He skillfully caught the ball in his crosse and aimed for the goal.
Examples
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During practice, she learned to throw the ball effectively using her crosse.
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Each player carried a crosse as they ran up and down the field.
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The ball must come out of the crosse without shaking, etc.
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Etymology
The word crosse comes from French la crosse, which meant 'the stick' used in the game. That's why a crosse is the long stick players use to catch, carry, and throw the ball.