layup

[US]/ˈleɪʌp/
[UK]/ˈleɪʌp/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.(basketball) a one-handed shot made close to the basket; (golf) a shot that places the ball in a more favorable position for the next stroke
Word Forms
Plurallayups

Phrases & Collocations

easy layup

layup drill

reverse layup

layup line

layup shot

baseline layup

fast break layup

contested layup

left-handed layup

right-handed layup

Example Sentences

he made a perfect layup during the game.

she practiced her layup technique every day.

in basketball, a layup is a fundamental move.

the player missed an easy layup.

he scored with a layup after driving to the basket.

she was known for her quick layup skills.

the coach emphasized the importance of layups in practice.

his layup was the highlight of the match.

they worked on their layup drills during practice.

she finished the fast break with a smooth layup.

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