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Meaning of the word shuttlecock in English

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shuttlecock

US /ˈʃʌt̬.əl.kɑːk/
UK /ˈʃʌt.əl.kɒk/
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Noun

a feathered projectile used in badminton, struck with a racket over a net

Example:
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The badminton player hit the shuttlecock with great force.
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We need to buy new shuttlecocks for our game tomorrow.
Synonym:
birdie shuttle
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