How to Pronounce High-sticking

To pronounce "high-sticking", say HIGHST-ick-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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HIGHST-ick-ing

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"high-sticking" has 3 syllables: highst-ick-ing.

What does high-sticking mean?

noun

  1. A penalized action in the sport of ice hockey where a player knowingly or inadvertently raises (the hand-grip part of) his stick above shoulder level.

Related words

hookingstickhandlinghackstickhandlerstickstickworkcrosscheckbackstick

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How many syllables are in "high-sticking"?▾

"High-sticking" has 3 syllables: highst · ick · ing.

What does "high-sticking" mean?▾

High-sticking: A penalized action in the sport of ice hockey where a player knowingly or inadvertently raises (the hand-grip part of) his stick above shoulder level.

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