puck
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpək// UK //pˈʌk// puck
n. a hard, black disk used in the game of ice hockey. Players hit it with their sticks to try and score a goal.
n. a vulcanised rubber disc used as the object of play in ice hockey. It is typically one inch thick and three inches in diameter.
The player hit the puck into the net.
During the final minute of the game, the puck flew across the ice and hit the goalpost with a loud crack.
Professional hockey teams often freeze the puck before a game to reduce its tendency to bounce, ensuring it glides more smoothly across the rink's surface.
Usage
Commonly used with verbs like 'shoot', 'pass', or 'drop'.