zorb

Definition

A large, transparent, inflatable ball, inside which a person may be secured and then rolled downhill.

Etymology

Originally the trademarked name of a particular brand of sphere; perhaps from orb.

Example Sentences

• "Uneven plains that are interspersed with pebbles and rocks are likely to cause punctures in the zorbs."
• "There's even a kids' zorb for the under six."
• "An Interlaken entrepreneur […] came across the activity in the Swiss canton of Valais (the Rhone Valley) and ended up buying the 'zorbs' from a German manufacturer."