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hooper
/ˈhuːpər/
Definition
1
Informal slang for a basketball player, derived from 'hoop' referring to the basket.
2
A term commonly used in crossword puzzles, such as the New York Times Mini, to describe someone who plays basketball casually or professionally.
Examples
LeBron's not just a hooper, he's the hoop whisperer who makes the rim beg for mercy.
My couch-potato neighbor calls himself a hooper after sinking one shot in the driveway.
She out-hoopered the entire pickup game, leaving egos bruised and nets on fire.
That viral video hooper crossed up the defender so bad, the replay got replayed on replay.