What is another word for the NHL?

Pronunciation: [ðɪ ˌɛnˌe͡ɪt͡ʃˈɛl] (IPA)

The National Hockey League (NHL) is a professional ice hockey league that consists of 31 teams located in Canada and the United States of America. The NHL is also known as the National Hockey League of North America, the North American Hockey League, the NHLPA, the National Ice Hockey League, and the North American Professional Hockey League (NAPHL). The NHL has been the premier professional ice hockey league in the world since its inception in 1917 and has produced some of the greatest hockey players of all time. With its exciting style of play and competitive spirit, the NHL continues to be a beloved institution in the world of sports.

Synonyms for The nhl:

What are the hypernyms for The nhl?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with The nhl

  • Anybody who says they don't like fighting in the NHL have to be out of their minds.
    Donald Stewart Cherry
  • As a kid growing up in the little city of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, I dreamed of one day playing in the NHL, but never did I expect it to be as much fun as it turned out to be.
    Ron Francis
  • My goal was to play in the NHL, because that is the best hockey in the world.
    Jaromir Jagr
  • Anyway, I've never been captain in 16 years in the NHL. But that didn't stop me being a leader in my own way.
    Guy Lafleur
  • Well, it's always nice to know the fans didn't forget what you did when you played in the NHL.
    Guy Lafleur

Word of the Day

Chases sign
The term "Chases sign" refers to a linguistic phenomenon known as synonymy, wherein multiple words or phrases are used interchangeably to convey a similar meaning. Synonyms for "Ch...