Frisbee: meaning, definitions and examples

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frisbee

[ ˈfrɪzbiː ]

Noun / Verb

^{Context #1 | Noun}

outdoor activity

A plastic disc used in various outdoor games and sports, typically thrown between players.

Synonyms

disc, flying disc, throwing disc.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
frisbee	Commonly used in casual conversations, outdoor activities, and recreational sports. 'Frisbee' is also a popular brand name, making it widely recognized. Let's go to the park and play some frisbee She threw the frisbee really far
flying disc	Useful in formal writing, detailed descriptions, or instructional contexts. It emphasizes the flying ability of the object. A flying disc can be used for various games or sports Proper technique is essential for throwing a flying disc accurately
disc	General term suitable for formal writing, technical contexts, or when referring to the object without indicating brand. Can also be used in contexts involving competitive sports like Ultimate. The disc flew smoothly across the field This disc design is optimized for distance
throwing disc	Used when focusing on the action of throwing, emphasizing technique, or in instructional contexts. In this game, players use a throwing disc Mastering the art of the throwing disc takes practice

Examples of usage

It's a beautiful day for playing frisbee at the park.
We had a lot of fun throwing the frisbee around on the beach.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

brand name

A brand of flying disc toy, often used for recreational purposes.

Synonyms

Frisbee brand, Frisbee toy.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
frisbee	This capitalized term specifically refers to the trademarked brand of flying discs produced by the Wham-O company. Can you pass me the Frisbee? We bought a new Frisbee for our beach trip
Frisbee toy	This term emphasizes that the object is a toy and not used for professional sports or official competitions. The Frisbee toy is great for kids He brought a Frisbee toy to the picnic
Frisbee brand	This term is used when highlighting the brand name as opposed to generic flying discs. The Frisbee brand is known for its quality Some prefer the Frisbee brand over other types of flying discs

Word

Description / Examples

frisbee

This capitalized term specifically refers to the trademarked brand of flying discs produced by the Wham-O company.

Can you pass me the Frisbee? We bought a new Frisbee for our beach trip

Frisbee toy

This term emphasizes that the object is a toy and not used for professional sports or official competitions.

The Frisbee toy is great for kids
He brought a Frisbee toy to the picnic

Frisbee brand

This term is used when highlighting the brand name as opposed to generic flying discs.

The Frisbee brand is known for its quality
Some prefer the Frisbee brand over other types of flying discs

Examples of usage

She bought a new frisbee to play with her dog.
The Frisbee brand is well-known for its quality flying discs.

^{Context #3 | Verb}

informal

To throw a frisbee or similar disc in a game or for fun.

Synonyms

throw a frisbee, toss a disc.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
frisbee	Commonly used to refer to the flat, circular object used in the game. It is often used in casual conversation and is a well-known trademark. Let's go to the park and play with the frisbee. I bought a new frisbee for the weekend.
throw a frisbee	Used to describe the action of propelling a frisbee through the air. Often used in informal, recreational settings. He threw the frisbee so far that it landed in the neighbor's yard. Do you want to throw the frisbee around after lunch?
toss a disc	Another term for throwing a frisbee, but can suggest a more casual or friendly activity. 'Disc' might imply a slightly more serious or technical aspect. Let's go to the beach and toss a disc. We spent the afternoon tossing a disc back and forth.

Word

Description / Examples

frisbee

Commonly used to refer to the flat, circular object used in the game. It is often used in casual conversation and is a well-known trademark.

Let's go to the park and play with the frisbee.
I bought a new frisbee for the weekend.

throw a frisbee

Used to describe the action of propelling a frisbee through the air. Often used in informal, recreational settings.

He threw the frisbee so far that it landed in the neighbor's yard.
Do you want to throw the frisbee around after lunch?

toss a disc

Another term for throwing a frisbee, but can suggest a more casual or friendly activity. 'Disc' might imply a slightly more serious or technical aspect.

Let's go to the beach and toss a disc.
We spent the afternoon tossing a disc back and forth.

Examples of usage

We decided to frisbee in the park for a while.
They were frisbeeing on the beach all afternoon.

Translations

Translations of the word "frisbee" in other languages:

🇵🇹 disco voador

🇮🇳 फ्रिसबी

🇩🇪 Frisbee

🇮🇩 frisbee

🇺🇦 фрісбі

🇵🇱 frisbee

🇯🇵 フリスビー (furisubī)

🇫🇷 frisbee

🇪🇸 frisbee

🇹🇷 frizbi

🇰🇷 프리스비 (peuriseubi)

🇸🇦 فريسبي

🇨🇿 frisbee

🇸🇰 frisbee

🇨🇳 飞盘 (fēipán)

🇸🇮 frizbi

🇮🇸 frisbee

🇰🇿 фрисби

🇬🇪 ფრისბი

🇦🇿 frisbi

🇲🇽 frisbee

Etymology

The Frisbee, a trademark brand of flying disc, was invented in the 1940s by Walter Morrison and Warren Franscioni. The name 'Frisbee' comes from the Frisbie Pie Company in Connecticut, whose empty pie tins were commonly used to play catch. Over the years, the Frisbee became popular for various outdoor games and sports, and it is now a well-known recreational toy enjoyed by people of all ages.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,738, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.

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