League

usgb/liːɡ/
noun

A group of sports clubs that play each other over a period for a championship.

New York Yankees is the American professional baseball team in the Major League Baseball.
Visual representation of "league" - A group of sports clubs that play each other over a period for a championship.

Often appears as...

  • premier league
  • major league baseball
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Sports Competitions

Refer to specific sport types when discussing leagues to avoid confusion.

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He plays for a football league, not a hockey league.
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Team Standing

Use 'league' to discuss the ranking or position of a team within its group.

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Their team is leading the league this season.
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Cultural Identity

The term 'league' can be cultural, often associated with national pride in sports.

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Major League Baseball is an important part of American culture.
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