hurling
US /ˈhɝː.lɪŋ/
UK /ˈhɝː.lɪŋ/
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hurling
a traditional Irish game similar to lacrosse or field hockey, played with a stick (hurley) and a ball (sliotar)
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He grew up playing hurling in County Kilkenny.
Il a grandi en jouant au hurling dans le comté de Kilkenny.
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The All-Ireland Hurling Championship is a major sporting event.
Le Championnat de Hurling de toute l'Irlande est un événement sportif majeur.
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lancement, jet
the act of throwing something with great force
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The hurling of stones at the police was condemned.
Le lancement de pierres sur la police a été condamné.
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He was known for his powerful hurling of the javelin.
Il était connu pour son puissant lancer du javelot.