Definition

A physical action in sports where a player uses their body to block or push an opponent, often to gain control of the puck or ball.

Example

During the game, he performed a bodycheck to stop the opposing player from scoring.

Conversation

Did you see that bodycheck during the game last night?

Yeah, it was intense! That player really took him down.

I know! I can't believe he got up so quickly after that bodycheck.

Right? It shows how tough these athletes are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bodycheck → The word is formed from "body" (from Old English "bodig", meaning the physical structure of a person or animal) and "check" (from Old French "eschequier", meaning to stop or restrain). The term "bodycheck" refers to the act of stopping or restraining an opponent by using one's body, particularly in sports like hockey.

Memory Tip

Think of using your 'body' to 'stop' or 'restrain' someone in a game — that's what a bodycheck means.

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