backcheck

English

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To check (an opposing player) while skating toward or near one's own goal.
  • (intransitive) To engage in checking while skating toward or near one's own goal.

Etymology

Compound from English back (mild drink, back, chaser) + English check.

Origin

English

check

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