Definition

Noun: - A period of play in polo: A "chukker" is one of the six or sometimes seven timed periods into which a game of polo is divided. Each chukker typically lasts 7 minutes of active play.

Usage

The word "chukker" is used exclusively in the context of the sport of polo to denote a specific segment of the match. It is a countable noun.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The first chukker of the match was incredibly fast-paced.
  • After three chukkers, the score was tied.
  • Each player changes to a fresh horse for every new chukker.

Advanced Usage

• "chukker" vs. "chukka": The terms "chukker" and "chukka" are often used interchangeably, though "chukker" is more common in American English. Both refer to the same division of a polo match.
  • The final chukka/chukker decided the championship.

Variants and Related Words

• Chukka (noun): An alternative spelling for "chukker," meaning the same division of a polo match.
• Period (noun): A more general term for a division of play in various sports (e.g., hockey, basketball).
• End (noun): A division of play in sports like cricket or curling.

Synonyms

• Period: A segment of playing time in a game.
• Quarter: A division of play in sports like American football or basketball.
• Inning: A division of play in baseball or cricket.

Related Phrases

• To score in a chukker: To gain points during a specific period of play.
  • Their team managed to score three goals in the second chukker.
• The final chukker: The last period of the match.
  • The outcome is always uncertain until the final chukker.

Noun

1. (polo) one of six divisions into which a polo match is divided