shootaround

noun

shoot·​around ˈshüt-ə-ˌrau̇nd How to pronounce shootaround (audio)
: a usually informal basketball practice session

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Alternate reality With the Heat entering Thursday night’s game at 41-38, coach Erik Spoelstra spoke at Thursday’s shootaround about being three opponents away from something far better. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026 Adding to Boston’s injury report, starters Derrick White (right knee contusion) and Neemias Queta (right toe sprain) both were listed as questionable following Thursday’s shootaround. Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026 Initially listed as probable, White got downgraded to questionable following the Hornets’ morning shootaround. Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026 Beyond reacting to the standings, the Magic coach offered multiple injury updates after shootaround. Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shootaround

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First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shootaround was in 1978

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“Shootaround.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shootaround. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.

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