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Meaning of deke

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

deke

Pronunciation:/diːk/

noun

Definitions

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

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

  3. A quick detour.

verb

Definitions

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

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