foosball

noun

foos·​ball ˈfüz-ˌbȯl How to pronounce foosball (audio)
variants often Foosball
: a table game resembling soccer in which the ball is moved by manipulating rods to which small figures of players are attached

called also table soccer

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The ski-in, ski-out lodge is ideal for families; after a day on the slopes, parents can warm up in a whirlpool spa while kids head to the game room for foosball, air hockey, and arcade basketball. Jonny Bierman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026 Free games include foosball, bubble hockey, Skee-Ball and cornhole. Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026 The Coca-Cola recreation area is outfitted with foosball, air hockey, a photo booth and several TVs where athletes can lounge and watch live Games coverage. Brittany Ghiroli, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026 By game's end, everyone who bought a drink will be entered into a raffle for a Bud Light cooler, Angry Orchard foosball table and various merch. Jacob Wilt, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for foosball

Word History

Etymology

probably modification of German Tischfussball, from Tisch table + Fussball soccer, from Fuss foot + Ball ball

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of foosball was in 1966

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“Foosball.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foosball. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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