Meaning of the word jump-shot in English

What does jump-shot mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

jump-shot

US /ˈdʒʌmp ˌʃɑːt/
UK /ˈdʒʌmp ˌʃɒt/

Noun

in basketball, an attempt to score in which the player throws the ball toward the basket while jumping in the air:

Example:
We were practicing jump shots in the gym.