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/
Noun
1.
a shot in basketball made by leaping up and gently pushing the ball toward the basket with one hand
Example:
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He scored an easy layup to extend their lead.
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The coach taught the team how to execute a proper layup.
2.
something that is very easy to do or achieve
Example:
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Winning that game was a total layup for our team.
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The exam was a complete layup; I finished it in half the time.
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