knucklebones

IPA: nˈʌkʌɫboʊnz

A children's game, originally played with the knucklebones of sheep, in which small objects are picked up, moved, thrown, and caught according to various rules.

Examples of "knucklebones" in Sentences

The kids played knucklebones in the schoolyard, tossing them into the air and catching them skillfully
He remembered his grandfather teaching him how to play knucklebones, passing down the ancient game from generation to generation
She found a set of knucklebones at a thrift store and decided to learn how to play the traditional game
The clacking sound of the knucklebones hitting the pavement echoed through the neighborhood as the children played outside
The small knucklebones were intricately carved and polished, making them a prized possession among collectors