Bonspell

/ˈbɒnspɛl/ noun

Definition

A variant spelling of bonspiel, a curling competition or tournament, particularly in Scottish usage.

Etymology

From Scottish, possibly combining 'bon' (good) with 'spell' (a turn or period of play), though the exact origin is debated among etymologists.

Kelly Says

Curling is one of the oldest team sports still played, and bonspiel competitions date back centuries in Scotland—they're social events as much as competitions.

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