noun
- the act of using one’s body to block or impede an opponent in sports, especially hockey
Usage: sports
Examples
- Bodychecking is a legal defensive move in ice hockey.
- The referee called a penalty for illegal bodychecking.
- Players must learn proper bodychecking techniques to avoid injury.
- Bodychecking is not allowed in youth hockey leagues.
- The coach emphasized clean bodychecking during practice.
- Excessive bodychecking can result in ejection from the game.