General
stuff
What does stuff mean?
As offense, to slam dunk; as defense, to reject an opponent's shot forcefully.
"He got stuffed at the rim on that layup attempt."
Origin
Dual-use dunk/block slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'stuff' mean in basketball?
It has two meanings: on offense it means to slam dunk, and on defense it means to forcefully block an opponent's shot.
How do you know if 'stuff' means a dunk or a block?
Context decides; 'he stuffed it home' means a dunk, while 'he got stuffed at the rim' means his shot was blocked.
Is 'stuff' the same as 'stuffed'?
They're related; 'stuff' is the action, and 'stuffed' most often describes having your shot blocked.
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