English Explanatory Dictionary

Gordie Howe hat trick

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The triple achievement of a goal, an assist for a goal, and participation in a fight, within a single game.

Word forms

Gordie Howe hat trick Gordie Howe hat tricks

Etymology

From Gordie Howe + hat trick. Named for Gordie Howe (1928–2016), considered one of the all-time best ice hockey players, but known for his tendency to fight.

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