farmers' league en · NOUN
Etymology
Derived from the humorous perception that players in a league referred to as a "farmers' league" are part-time footballers, and who also have other jobs unrelated to sports such as farming.
Meanings
- (derogatory, humorous, informal, sometimes) a league with a perceived lack of talent and good players
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| farmers' leagues | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
sv farmarliga (football league with a perceived lack of talent)