Gaming
What does pocket mean?
When a support sticks to a single ally and exclusively heals and buffs them, letting that player go wild. A pocketed DPS can be unkillable.
"Their Mercy is pocketing the Soldier, that's why he's not dying."
Origin
Overwatch, originally tied to Mercy hard-healing a single damage hero (the 'pocket Mercy').
Frequently asked questions
What is the pocket in football?
The pocket is the protected area behind the offensive line, formed by the blockers, where the quarterback stands to make a pass.
What does it mean to step up in the pocket?
It means the quarterback moves forward within the pocket to avoid edge rushers, staying protected by his interior blockers while he throws.
What is a pocket passer?
A pocket passer is a quarterback who prefers to stay inside the protected pocket and throw, rather than scrambling or running outside it.
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