beach volleyball

noun

: volleyball played outdoors on sand with usually two players to a side
Magnus said beach volleyball is attractive to the network because it's popular among both men and women, domestically and globally, and still has a lot of room for growth.Jimmy Golen

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There is no technical deficit, testament to the country’s investment in coaching and facilities, the benefits not just of Norway’s wealth but a sporting culture that has turned a country of only 5 million people into a powerhouse in everything from track and field to beach volleyball. Rory Smith, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025 See what spring break looks like so far in South Beach Young people made their own fun playing beach volleyball, throwing footballs and bar hopping. Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2025 Sister Daniella is a beach volleyball player at Arizona State after being the City Section player of the year at Venice. Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2025 After leaving with her belongings, including a beach volleyball and Trader Joe's sack, Leiher stressed the reforms are not only unjustified but also unpopular. Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for beach volleyball

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of beach volleyball was in 1927

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“Beach volleyball.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beach%20volleyball. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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