UEFA European Championship Word Search
UEFA European Championship, 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, ROUNDOF16, QUARTERFINAL, SEMIFINAL, KNOCKOUT, PLAYOFF, QUALIFICATION, DELAUNAY, TROPHY, MASCOT, ANTHEM, TICKET.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
UEFA European Championship 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.
- PLAYOFF /pleɪˈɒf/ · noun
- A series of games played to determine a champion or winner, typically in sports such as basketball, hockey, or baseball. A playoff can also refer to a game or series of games played to determine a winner in a competition. Related: tournament, championship, finals, semifinals.
- QUALIFICATION /ˌkwɒlɪˈfeɪʃən/ · noun
- A quality or attribute that makes someone or something suitable or acceptable for a particular purpose or situation. A statement or claim that is made to support or justify a particular action or decision. Related: credential, qualification, endorsement, recommendation.
- 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.
- MASCOT /mæskɒt/ · noun
- A person or animal that serves as a symbol or representative of a particular group, organization, or activity, often used to promote or entertain. Related: symbol, representative, emblem, ambassador.
- ANTHEM /ˈænθəm/ · noun
- A rousing or uplifting song identified with a particular group, cause, or nation; specifically, a formal choral composition with English words set to scripture, used in Anglican church services. Related: hymn, song, chorale, canticle.
- TICKET /ˈtɪkɪt/ · noun, verb
- A document or token that serves as evidence of payment or entitlement, or a reserved seat or place at an event. A ticket may also refer to a verb meaning to reserve or book a seat or place. Related: pass, voucher, coupon, reservation.
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