Definition

A powerful shot taken in ice hockey, where the player strikes the puck with the blade of the stick, usually resulting in a fast and hard shot towards the goal.

Example

He scored a goal with a perfect slapshot from the blue line.

Conversation

Did you see that incredible slapshot in last night's game?

Yeah, it was amazing! I couldn't believe how fast it went.

I know, right? That player has such a powerful slapshot.

For sure! He definitely knows how to score.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slapshot is a compound word formed from "slap" (originating from Middle English *slappen*, meaning to strike or hit) and "shot" (from Old English *sceot*, meaning to shoot or throw). The term describes a powerful shot in hockey made by striking the puck with the stick, emphasizing the action of hitting and sending the puck away.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'striking' ('slap') something and then 'sending it away' ('shot') — that's how a slapshot works in hockey.

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