Definition

1. Noun:
   • A support holding a football on end and above the ground preparatory to the kickoff: A device used in American football or similar games to hold the ball upright and slightly elevated, allowing a player to kick it cleanly to start or restart play.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The kicker placed the ball carefully on the football tee.
  • A sturdy football tee is essential for a good kickoff.

Advanced Usage

• "To tee up": While "tee" alone is the noun, the phrasal verb "to tee up" is commonly used in the context of preparing a ball for a kickoff.
  • The player teed up the football for the opening kick.

Variants and Related Words

• Tee (n): A shortened, common form for "football tee" in sporting contexts.
  • He brought his own tee to the game.
• Kicking tee (n): A synonymous term for a football tee.

Synonyms

• Kicking stand: Another term for a device that holds a football for a kick.
• Ball holder: A general descriptive term.

Related Phrases

• On a tee: Describes the ball's position when placed on the device.
  • The ball was sitting perfectly on a tee, ready for the kick.

Noun

1. support holding a football on end and above the ground preparatory to the kickoff