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deke

/diːk/

noun

Meaning

  • A feint, fake, or other move made by the player with the puck to deceive a goaltender or defenceman.

  • As in hockey, a fake or other move to confuse other players on a team.

  • A quick detour.

verb

Meaning

  • To avoid, go around, or dodge an object, person, or conversation topic; often by using trickery.

  • To execute a deke in ice hockey or other sports.