wheelchair rugby

== English == === Etymology === Blend of wheelchair basketball +‎ rugby from its development from wheelchair basketball for play by quadriplegics, instead of paraplegics; and its rough aggressive play reminiscent of rugby. === Noun === wheelchair rugby (uncountable) (sports) A variation of rugby played by players in wheelchairs, primarily players with some disability. It is a full-contact sport and is played on a hardwood court with a ball similar to a basketball. ==== Synonyms ==== murderball (original name, Canadian English name, Canadian regional name) quad rugby (U.S. regional name, American English name) ==== Translations ====