hopscotch

[ˈhɒpskɒtʃ]

hopscotch Definition

a children's game in which a player tosses or kicks a small object into numbered spaces of a pattern of rectangles outlined on the ground and then hops on one foot to retrieve the object.

Using hopscotch: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hopscotch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We used to play hopscotch during recess when I was a kid.

  • Example

    She drew a hopscotch pattern on the sidewalk with chalk.

hopscotch Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hopscotch

Antonyms for hopscotch

Phrases with hopscotch

  • play hopscotch

    to participate in the game of hopscotch

    Example

    The kids were playing hopscotch in the park.

  • hopscotch court

    the pattern of rectangles outlined on the ground where the game of hopscotch is played

    Example

    She drew a hopscotch court on the pavement with chalk.

  • the small object, usually a stone or a beanbag, that is tossed or kicked into the numbered spaces of the hopscotch court

    Example

    She picked up a hopscotch rock from the ground and threw it into the first square.

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Summary: hopscotch in Brief

The term 'hopscotch' [ˈhɒpskɒtʃ] refers to a children's game where a player tosses or kicks a small object into numbered spaces of a pattern of rectangles outlined on the ground and then hops on one foot to retrieve the object. It is often played during recess or on sidewalks with friends.

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