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chukker

Syllabification: (chuk·ker)
Pronunciation: /ˈCHəkər/
(also chukka)
Definition of chukker

noun

  • each of a number of periods (typically six) into which play in a game of polo is divided. A chukker lasts 7 1/ 2 minutes.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Hindi cakkar, from Sanskrit cakra 'circle or wheel'

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