Definition of "paintball" [paintball]

• A game in which players on one team seek to eliminate those on an opposing team by marking them with a water-soluble dye shot in capsules from air guns. (noun)
• The dye-filled gelatinous capsule shot from guns in this game. (noun)

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• "I know I would be more likely to stick with hunting than with paintball games so I'd get the muzzleloader but if paintball is your thing you have to do what you want."
• "Mr. MORAZZINI: I agree - paintball is much more real, and it looks quite fun."
• "I understand what you were trying to say, however paintball is one of the safest sports available and has an excellent safety record."