air hockey

noun

: a table game in which two players attempt to score points by using a handheld paddle to shoot a plastic disk across a surface with minimal friction into the opponent's goal

Note: The surface of the table used for air hockey typically contains numerous small holes through which air is blown to create a thin cushion of air.

Examples of air hockey in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are holes based on pinball games, vending machines, air hockey, Simon Says and beer pong, though Ripley calls that one Trick Shot. —Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026

The ski-in, ski-out lodge is ideal for families; after a day on the slopes, parents can warm up in a whirlpool spa while kids head to the game room for foosball, air hockey, and arcade basketball. —Jonny Bierman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026

The Coca-Cola recreation area is outfitted with foosball, air hockey, a photo booth and several TVs where athletes can lounge and watch live Games coverage. —Brittany Ghiroli, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026

Families love the access to indoor games like pool or air hockey, and there are plenty of multi-media hang out spots as well. —Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for air hockey

• blocky
• chalky
• cocky
• gawky
• jockey
• khaki
• machi
• maki
• rocky
• stocky
• talkie
• walkie