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deke Definition and Meaning in English (deke definition)

noun
Synonyms:fakefeintdodge
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Deke definition: A deceptive maneuver, especially in ice hockey or basketball, used to fake out an opponent.

Definitions of Deke

  1. 1noun

    A deceptive maneuver, especially in ice hockey or basketball, used to fake out an opponent.

  2. 2verb

    To make a deceptive move in a sport to fake out an opponent.

Example Sentences

casual

“The forward executed a brilliant deke to get past the defender.”

casual

“He deked the goalie and scored an easy goal.”

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third person singulardekes
past tensedeked
present participledeking

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Deke definition: A deceptive maneuver, especially in ice hockey or basketball, used to fake out an opponent.
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'Deke' translates to 'deke' in English. Deke definition: A deceptive maneuver, especially in ice hockey or basketball, used to fake out an opponent.
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