vigoro

IPA/ˈvɪɡərəʊ/
IPA/ˈvɪɡərəʊ/

vigoro — noun

1. a ball game from Australia in which two teams take turns hitting a ball with fla

1.名詞B1
釋義

a ball game from Australia in which two teams take turns hitting a ball with flat bats on a rectangular field, using rules drawn from both cricket and baseball — it was especially popular among women during the middle decades of the 20th century

例句

Emma learned to play vigoro during her school years in Adelaide.

In a vigoro match, two teams hit a ball with bats on a rectangular field.

rectangular field distinguishes vigoro from cricket

用法筆記

The rectangular field (rather than oval) and the flat bat shape are the most noticeable features that separate vigoro from cricket.

常見錯誤

Vigoro is the same as rounders.
Vigoro is a separate sport that draws rules from both cricket and baseball, with a rectangular field.
💡vigoro has its own rulebook and equipment.