Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

hot hand

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.97 in modern English

Syllables: hot -hand
IPA

14

Scrabble Score

7

Letters

2

Syllables

6

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Used in reference to a player who makes a series of successful shots in a game.

noun

A sustained period of luck or success; a streak of good luck.

Inflected Forms

hot hands (plural)

Phrases

overplay one's hand

Frequently Paired Words

overplay one's hand

Antonyms

cold hand

Questions

What does hot hand mean?: Used in reference to a player who makes a series of successful shots in a game.

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