Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

full-court press

noun

/fʊl kɔrt prɛs/

Definition

A defensive strategy used in basketball where defenders apply pressure to the offensive players all over the court.

Examples

The coach decided to use a full-court press to regain control of the game in the final minutes.
With time running out, the team implemented a full-court press to put pressure on their opponents.
Her team’s success was largely due to their effective use of a full-court press throughout the tournament.

Meaning

This term is derived from basketball and refers to an aggressive defensive tactic designed to disrupt the opposing team’s ability to advance the ball or score.