Definition

Noun: A specifically marked rectangular area designed and used for playing the game of badminton. It is divided into halves by a net and includes boundary lines for both singles and doubles play.

Usage

The term "badminton court" refers to the physical playing surface and its defined boundaries. It is used to describe the venue where a badminton match takes place. - The new sports complex features six professional badminton courts. - Please ensure you stay within the lines of the badminton court during play.

Advanced Usage

• "to have the court": To possess the right to serve or to be in a position of advantage on the court.
  • After winning the rally, our team will have the court.
• "to cover the court": To defend or move effectively across the entire playing area.
  • The champion is known for her ability to cover the entire badminton court with ease.

Variants and Related Words

• Court (noun): A quadrangular area, often marked with lines, for playing various ball games such as tennis or basketball. While "court" is a more general term, "badminton court" specifies the type.
• Badminton (noun): The racquet sport itself, played on a court by two or four players.

Synonyms

• Playing surface: A general term for the area on which a sport is played.
• Badminton hall: Often used to refer to an indoor facility containing one or more badminton courts.

Related Phrases

• Court dimensions: Refers to the official measurements of the playing area.
  • All tournaments require courts that meet official court dimensions.
• Court surface: Refers to the material of the floor, such as wood or synthetic flooring.
  • The wooden court surface provides good traction for players.

Notes

The "badminton court" is distinct from courts used for other racquet sports like tennis, primarily due to its smaller size, different net height, and specific line markings for singles and doubles matches.

Noun

1. the court on which badminton is played