heater

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Informal · Slang

n. a period of time when you keep winning, especially in a game or gambling.

n. an extended period of success or a winning streak, particularly in the context of gambling or sports.

“He was on a real heater at the casino, winning five hands of poker in a row.”

“After three hours on a heater, the gambler decided to walk away from the table while his chips were still piled high.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Sports American English · Slang

n. a very fast throw in baseball.

n. a fastball thrown at high velocity.

“The pitcher threw a 98-mile-per-hour heater to strike out the final batter.”

“The rookie struggled to catch up to the veteran's heater, swinging well after the ball had already crossed the plate.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Music Slang · Informal

n. a song that is very energetic and exciting.

n. a powerfully energetic or exceptional musical track.

“The DJ played a total heater that got everyone on the dance floor immediately.”

“The band's new single is an absolute heater, blending heavy bass with a catchy synth melody.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Archaic · Slang

n. an old-fashioned slang word for a gun.

n. a handgun or pistol.

“In the old detective movie, the gangster reached for the heater in his pocket.”

“The noir protagonist noted the bulge of a heater beneath the antagonist's tailored suit jacket.”