How Do You Spell PUCK?

Pronunciation: [pˈʌk] (IPA)

The word "puck" is spelled with the letters P, U, C, and K, and its pronunciation can be written in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /pʌk/. The "p" is pronounced as an unvoiced bilabial plosive, the "u" as a short, central vowel, the "c" as an unvoiced velar plosive, and the final "k" as another unvoiced velar plosive. The word "puck" is commonly used in ice hockey and refers to the small, hard rubber disc that players must shoot into the opposing team's net to score a goal.

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PUCK Meaning and Definition

  1. Puck is a noun referring to a small, rubber or plastic disk used in various sports, primarily ice hockey and floor hockey. With a diameter of approximately three inches and a thickness of roughly one inch, the puck is designed to glide smoothly across the playing surface. Typically, it is flat and round, making it easy to handle and maneuver during the game.

    In ice hockey, the puck serves as the primary object of play. Players aim to propel the puck into their opponent's goal to score points and win the game. The compact size and weight of the puck enable players to pass, shoot, and maneuver it quickly across the ice. In floor hockey, the rules are similar, but the game is played on a dry surface, often a gymnasium floor, using modified hockey equipment.

    The puck's construction is critical to ensure fair competition and player safety. It is commonly made of rubber or synthetic materials, allowing for durability and temperature resistance in icy conditions. Additionally, the puck often features a flat top and curved sides to enhance stability during gameplay.

    Overall, the puck is an essential component of ice hockey and floor hockey, serving as the key object of play and a symbol of the sport's fast-paced and dynamic nature.

  2. Name of an elf in Shakespeare; a demon; a mischievous spirit.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for PUCK *

  • puc 71.4285714%

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Other Common Misspellings for PUCK

Etymology of PUCK

The word "puck" is believed to have originated from the Old English word "puc" or "puca", which referred to a mischievous sprite or demon in English folklore. In Celtic mythology, the "púca" was a shape-shifting spirit known for its playful nature. Over time, the term evolved and became associated with various supernatural beings or creatures. In the context of Shakespeare's play "A Midsummer Night's Dream", the character of Puck represents a mischievous and playful sprite, which led to the association of the term with fairies and later with a small, round object used in hockey.

Idioms with the word PUCK

  • ice the puck The idiom "ice the puck" specifically refers to a term used in ice hockey. It means to deliberately shoot or send the puck towards the opponent's end of the ice, beyond the red centerline. This is typically done to stop the opposing team from attacking or to relieve pressure on their own team.
  • puck bunny The idiom "puck bunny" refers to a slang term used to describe a woman, typically young, who is a devoted fan of ice hockey and is primarily interested in the players themselves rather than the sport itself. It often implies that the woman is attracted to or seeks romantic involvement with hockey players.

Similar spelling words for PUCK

Plural form of PUCK is PUCKS

Conjugate verb Puck

CONDITIONAL

I would puck
you would puck
he/she/it would puck
we would puck
they would puck

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be pucking
you would be pucking
he/she/it would be pucking
we would be pucking
they would be pucking

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have puck
you would have puck
he/she/it would have puck
we would have puck
they would have puck

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been pucking
you would have been pucking
he/she/it would have been pucking
we would have been pucking
they would have been pucking

FUTURE

I will puck
you will puck
he/she/it will puck
we will puck
they will puck

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be pucking
you will be pucking
he/she/it will be pucking
we will be pucking
they will be pucking

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have pucked
you will have pucked
he/she/it will have pucked
we will have pucked
they will have pucked

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been pucking
you will have been pucking
he/she/it will have been pucking
we will have been pucking
they will have been pucking

IMPERATIVE

you puck
we let´s puck

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to puck

PAST

I pucked
you pucked
he/she/it pucked
we pucked
they pucked

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was pucking
you were pucking
he/she/it was pucking
we were pucking
they were pucking

PAST PARTICIPLE

pucked

PAST PERFECT

I had pucked
you had pucked
he/she/it had pucked
we had pucked
they had pucked

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been pucking
you had been pucking
he/she/it had been pucking
we had been pucking
they had been pucking

PRESENT

I puck
you puck
he/she/it pucks
we puck
they puck

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am pucking
you are pucking
he/she/it is pucking
we are pucking
they are pucking

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

pucking

PRESENT PERFECT

I have pucked
you have pucked
he/she/it has pucked
we have pucked
they have pucked

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been pucking
you have been pucking
he/she/it has been pucking
we have been pucking
they have been pucking

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