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 /ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃən/ · noun
- The act or process of completely removing or getting rid of something, or of excluding someone from further participation in a competition. It also refers to the process by which the body discharges waste matter. Related: removal, eradication, exclusion, deletion.
- 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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