Rugby League World Cup Word Search
Rugby League World Cup, as a word search. 12 words drawn from its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it 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: GROUPSTAGE, QUARTERFINAL, SEMIFINAL, KNOCKOUT, ROUNDROBIN, POOLSTAGE, ELIMINATION, TROPHY, GOLDENBOOT, KICKOFF, GRASS, STADIUM.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Rugby League World Cup word list, defined
- QUARTERFINAL /kwɔrtərˈfaɪnəl/ · noun
- The stage of a competition that comes after the semifinals and before the finals, typically involving four teams or players. Related: semifinal, final, playoff, elimination round.
- SEMIFINAL /sɛmɪˈfaɪnəl/ · noun
- The final round of competition before the final, typically involving two teams or individuals. Related: final, intermediate, preliminary, quarterfinal.
- KNOCKOUT /nɒk.aʊt/ · noun, verb
- A knockout is a blow that knocks someone or something out, or a decisive victory or success. In boxing, a knockout is when a boxer is knocked out by a punch. Related: knockdown, KO, victory, triumph.
- ELIMINATION /ɪlɪmɪˈneɪʃən/ · noun, verb
- The act of removing or getting rid of something, or the process of identifying the correct answer by eliminating incorrect options. The process of removing or getting rid of something, especially a person or a group, from a particular situation or position. Related: removal, exclusion, dismissal, eradication.
- TROPHY /ˈtroʊfi/ · noun
- An object given as a symbol of achievement or excellence, typically awarded to the winner of a competition or contest. A prize or honor given to someone for their achievements or accomplishments. Related: prize, medal, award, cup.
- KICKOFF /kɪkˈɒf/ · noun, verb
- The act of kicking the ball to start a game of football, or the start of a project or activity. In sports, the kick-off is the start of a game. Related: start, beginning, launch, commencement.
- 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.
- STADIUM /ˈstædɪəm/ · noun
- A large, usually outdoor building or area for sports, concerts, or other public events. Related: arena, amphitheater, ground, pitch.
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