Puck (noun)

1. A disk made of vulcanized rubber that is used in the game of ice hockey and is struck with a stick in order to score goals.
2. A mischievous sprite or demon in traditional English folklore.

Origin:

Middle english (denoting a demon or mischievous sprite): from middle low german puke 'mischievous goblin', of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. The players on the ice frantically chased the puck, trying to get it into the opponent's goal.
2. The player took a powerful shot on goal, and the puck flew into the net with a satisfying thud.
3. The puck was made of solid vulcanized rubber and was designed to slide smoothly on the ice.
4. In English folklore, Puck was known as a mischievous sprite who caused trouble and played pranks on humans.
5. The puck was the centerpiece of the game of ice hockey, and players trained tirelessly to master its movement and control.