Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
juke
verb
/dʒuːk/
Definition
To fake or deceive an opponent in sports by making a sudden movement.
Examples
- The player juked past the defender to score a goal.
- He made a quick juke to the left, avoiding the tackle.
Meaning
In sports and gaming, ‘juke’ refers to the act of dodging or evading an opponent by changing direction quickly.
Synonyms
- dodge
- feint
- swerve
