shootaround

noun

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

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Throw in one of his latest occupational contributions, which is assisting Hornets coach Charles Lee’s staff during practice and shootaround sessions, and Curry is a man of many hats. Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 Mar. 2026 Jovic then was cleared to return following Tuesday morning’s shootaround. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026 For the first time since the NBA All-Star break, the 6-foot-10 forward was seen starting an on-court workout with some light shooting near the paint as the media-viewing session of Wednesday’s shootaround was ending. Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026 Both joined the Bulls for shootaround the morning of the deadline with at least five hours left to spare, and the medical team cleared Ivey to play that night. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shootaround

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First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

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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 21 Mar. 2026.

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