juke
1[ jook ]
/ dʒuk /
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verb (used with object), juked, juk·ing.
to make a move intended to deceive (an opponent).
noun
a fake or feint, usually intended to deceive a defensive player.
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Origin of juke
1Spelling variant of jouk
Other definitions for juke (2 of 2)
Origin of juke
2By shortening
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