high stick

¹ American  

noun

Ice Hockey.

1. a hockey stick held above shoulder level, which is against regulations.

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high-stick ² American  

[hahy-stik] / ˈhaɪˌstɪk /

verb (used with object)

Ice Hockey.

1. to strike (an opponent) at shoulder level or above with a hockey stick.

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Example Sentences

Hughes took a high stick to the mouth from Canada's Sam Bennett in the third period at the Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

Hughes had blood in his mouth, and a fresh gap in his teeth wide enough to scoot a Vespa through, courtesy of a high stick to the mouth from Canada’s Sam Bennett.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026

Officials reviewed the play to see if Tom Wilson redirected the puck with a high stick, which would have negated the goal.

From Washington Times • Dec. 20, 2023

The Oilers contended that Gabe Vilardi hit the puck in mid-air with a high stick a short time before the goal was scored.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2023

All men shall know this sign, the high stick as my fetish; and it shall watch the evil hearts and carry me all thoughts, good and evil.

From Bones Being Further Adventures in Mr. Commissioner Sanders' Country by Wallace, Edgar