Phrase guide

passing game

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.

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Pronunciation

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The skill or ability to pass a ball in a game.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: athletics, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A type of play involving one player throwing the ball to a teammate.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: American-football, ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

3

noun

Meaning 3

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • the coach sent in a passing play on third and long

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: pass, passing play, passing

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: football play

Narrower terms: forward pass, aerial, lateral pass, lateral, spot pass

History

Etymology

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