Ice-Hockey Rink
Definition: An "ice-hockey rink" is a large, flat area made of ice where people play the sport of ice hockey. It is surrounded by walls and has specific markings on the ice to guide the game.
Usage Instructions: - "Ice-hockey rink" is a noun, so it is used to name a place where ice hockey is played. - You can use it in sentences to talk about where games happen, where teams practice, or where you might go to watch a game.
Example Sentence: - "The local ice-hockey rink is always busy on weekends with players and fans."
Advanced Usage: - In more advanced contexts, you might discuss the design of an ice-hockey rink, like "The ice-hockey rink complies with international standards for professional games."
Word Variants: - "Rink" (noun) - can refer to any type of rink, such as a roller rink (for roller skating) or a skating rink. - "Ice hockey" (noun) - the sport itself.
Different Meanings: - "Rink" on its own can refer to various types of skating areas, not just for ice hockey. For example, a roller-skating rink is for roller skating.
Synonyms: - Ice rink (general term for an area of ice for skating) - Hockey arena (more specific, often refers to a larger venue for ice hockey games)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: - There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "ice-hockey rink," but you might hear phrases like "hit the ice," which means to go play on the rink.
Additional Notes: - When talking about an ice-hockey rink, you can also mention its components, like the goal, penalty box, and face-off circle, which are all important parts of the game.