Illustrated Etihad Stadium scene — AI-generated artwork behind this stadium's word search puzzle
Etihad Stadium, as a word search. 12 words drawn from its stands, its surface, and the traditions of its crowd sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: ETIHAD, CITY, BLUE, COLINBELL, CANOPY, ROOF, FLOODLIGHTS, PITCH, GRASS, TURF, SURFACE, TERRACE.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Etihad Stadium word list, defined
CITY/ˈsɪti/ · noun
A large and permanent human settlement, typically one with an extensive built-up area and a governing authority; in Britain specifically, a town that has been granted city status by the Crown (historically via a cathedral or royal charter). Related: metropolis, municipality, urban area, town.
BLUE/bluː/ · adjective, noun, verb
Of the colour intermediate between green and violet in the visible spectrum, like that of a clear daytime sky. As a noun, the colour itself; as a verb (informal, chiefly British), to squander money. Related: azure, cobalt, sapphire, navy.
CANOPY/ˈkænəpi/ · noun
An overhead cover or roof-like structure, especially one of fabric stretched over a bed, throne, or doorway, or the uppermost layer of branches and leaves in a forest. Related: awning, covering, shade, marquee.
ROOF/rʊf/ · noun
The top covering of a building, typically made of materials such as tiles, shingles, or metal. The top surface of a vehicle, such as a car or bus. Related: cover, top, canopy, ceiling.
FLOODLIGHTS/ˈflʌdlaɪts/ · noun
Floodlights are powerful, broad-beamed electric lamps, or the units containing them, used to illuminate large outdoor areas such as sports fields, stadiums, and building facades. The word also denotes such lights collectively as an array. Related: floodlamp, searchlight, arc lamp, spotlights.
PITCH/pɪtʃ/ · noun, verb
A point at which a change of direction or a new development takes place; a musical note or sound of a particular pitch. To throw or direct something in a particular direction, especially with force or skill. Related: throw, cast, launch, pitch in.
GRASS/ˈgræs/ · noun
A low-growing, green, herbaceous plant with narrow leaves and a long, slender stem, often found in lawns, meadows, and fields. Related: hay, herb, lawn, pasture.
TURF/tɜːrf/ · noun, verb
A piece of ground covered with grass or other low-growing plants, especially one used for sports or recreation. To cheat or deceive someone, especially in a sports contest. Related: ground, soil, grass, pitch.
SURFACE/səːfɪs/ · noun, verb
The outer layer or uppermost part of something. To appear or become visible on the surface of something. Related: outer layer, uppermost part, exterior, outward appearance.
TERRACE/tɛrəs/ · noun
A raised platform or structure, typically at the side of a building, often used for outdoor seating or recreation. A level area of land, especially one that is artificially created by cutting into a hillside. Related: veranda, balcony, piazza, patio.