Meaning of the word slapshot in English

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

slapshot

US /ˈslæp.ʃɑːt/
UK /ˈslæp.ʃɒt/
"slapshot" picture

Noun

a hard shot in ice hockey made by striking the puck with the blade of the stick after the stick has been brought back and swung forward in a wide arc

Example:
He scored the winning goal with a powerful slapshot from the blue line.
The goalie barely stopped the incoming slapshot.