NYT Dictionary

FUNGO

/ˈfʌŋɡoʊ/
NounVerbFUN-gofun-go · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2024

Meaning

A fielding practice drill where a person hits fly balls intended to be caught.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Uncertain; perhaps from Scots fung (“to fling, throw”).

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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