Slapshot

/ˈslæpʃɑt/
noun

A powerful shot taken in hockey by swinging the stick to hit the puck. The slapshot is characterized by a rapid motion and is meant to achieve maximum velocity and distance.

He scored a goal with a slapshot from the blue line.
Visual representation of "slapshot" - A powerful shot taken in hockey by swinging the stick to hit the puck. The slapshot is characterized by a rapid motion and is meant to achieve maximum velocity and distance.

Often appears as...

  • powerful slapshot
  • slapshot technique

Usage tips

Neutral

General

noun

A term used to describe a quick, forceful act or decision, often spontaneous and made without much deliberation.

She made a slapshot decision to go on the trip without any planning.
Visual representation of "slapshot" - A term used to describe a quick, forceful act or decision, often spontaneous and made without much deliberation.

Often appears as...

  • slapshot move
  • slapshot choice

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

noun

A powerful shot taken in hockey by swinging the stick to hit the puck. The slapshot is characterized by a rapid motion and is meant to achieve maximum velocity and distance.

He scored a goal with a slapshot from the blue line.
Visual representation of "slapshot" - A powerful shot taken in hockey by swinging the stick to hit the puck. The slapshot is characterized by a rapid motion and is meant to achieve maximum velocity and distance.

Often appears as...

  • powerful slapshot
  • slapshot technique

Usage tips

Neutral

General

noun

A term used to describe a quick, forceful act or decision, often spontaneous and made without much deliberation.

She made a slapshot decision to go on the trip without any planning.
Visual representation of "slapshot" - A term used to describe a quick, forceful act or decision, often spontaneous and made without much deliberation.

Often appears as...

  • slapshot move
  • slapshot choice

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "slapshot"
LampPro Tip 1/1

Think of 'slapshot' in sports to refer specifically to ice hockey.

Always remember the technique involved in taking a proper slapshot.

In casual conversation, using 'slapshot' can express quick decisions.
LampPro Tip 1/1

Think of 'slapshot' in sports to refer specifically to ice hockey.

Always remember the technique involved in taking a proper slapshot.

In casual conversation, using 'slapshot' can express quick decisions.
LampPro Tip 1/1

Think of 'slapshot' in sports to refer specifically to ice hockey.

Always remember the technique involved in taking a proper slapshot.

In casual conversation, using 'slapshot' can express quick decisions.
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