Meaning of the word layup in English

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

layup

US /ˈleɪ.ʌp/
UK /ˈleɪ.ʌp/
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Noun

1.

a shot in basketball made by leaping up and gently pushing the ball toward the basket with one hand

Example:
He scored an easy layup to extend their lead.
The coach taught the team how to execute a proper layup.
2.

something that is very easy to do or achieve

Example:
Winning that game was a total layup for our team.
The exam was a complete layup; I finished it in half the time.