noun
- Plural of kabaddi; a contact team sport played in South Asia in which players must hold their breath while chanting 'kabaddi' and try to tag opponents.
Usage: Also spelled 'kabadi' or 'kabbadi'; Popular in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other South Asian countries; Often used in plural form when referring to multiple games or matches
Examples
- The school organized kabaddis tournaments every year during the sports festival.
- She trained hard for the kabaddis competition representing her state.
- Kabaddis requires both physical strength and strategic thinking.
- The rules of kabaddis have been standardized by international sports organizations.
- Many children in South Asia grow up playing kabaddis in their neighborhoods.