deke

/diːk/

noun

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

    A quick detour.

verb

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    To execute a deke in ice hockey or other sports.

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