Definition of "deke" in Englisch

noun

1. (ice hockey) A feint, fake, or other move made by the player with the puck to deceive a goaltender or defenceman.

2. As in hockey, a fake or other move to confuse other players on a team.

3. (Canada, slang) A quick detour.

verb

1. (Canada, slang) To avoid, go around, or dodge an object, person, or conversation topic; often by using trickery.

2. (ice hockey) To execute a deke in ice hockey or other sports.