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Definition of jumpshot

jumpshot

/ˈdʒʌmpˌʃɑːt/
jump · shot
Plural:jumpshots
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jumpshot Lexical Profile

jumpshot Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

In basketball, a shot taken while jumping into the air, typically releasing the ball near the peak of the leap.

Example

"The point guard practiced her midrange jumpshot for an hour after team drills ended."

2

In billiards and pool, a stroke in which the cue ball is struck downward to make it leap over an obstructing ball on the table.

Example

"Blocked by his opponent's stripe, the player executed a precise jumpshot to sink the corner pocket ball."

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• Nearby Words

jumpiness
jumping viper
jumpscare
jumpshot
jumpsuit
jumpy
junco

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jumpshot. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jumpshot
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