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/sɪti/ · noun
A large and permanent human settlement. A city is often a major economic, administrative, and cultural center. Related: town, metropolis, borough, municipality.
BLUE/bluː/ · adjective
A colour that is a shade of cyan, often associated with calmness and serenity. It is a primary colour in the RGB colour model. Related: azure, cerulean, navy, indigo.
CANOPY/kænəpi/ · noun
A covering of foliage or flowers over a tree or a structure, or a roof or covering for an aircraft or vehicle. A layer of air or gas that surrounds the Earth or another celestial body. Related: awning, cover, roof, umbrella.
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/ˈflʌʊdˌlaɪts/ · noun
Tall, powerful lights, typically mounted on poles, used to illuminate a large area, especially a sports field or a building at night. Related: spotlights, searchlights, high-intensity lights, illuminating lights.
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.