noun
- plural of layup: easy shots in basketball taken close to the basket
- plural of layup: periods when a ship is out of service for repairs or maintenance
Usage: sports
Usage: nautical
Examples
- The team practiced their layups during warm-up drills.
- She scored twelve points mostly from layups and free throws.
- The coach emphasized making easy layups instead of forcing difficult shots.
- Both players missed simple layups in the final quarter.
- The ship’s layups for maintenance were scheduled during winter months.
- Extended layups can be costly for shipping companies.