Phrase guide

hard count

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The situation where the quarterback attempts to draw the defense offside through a deceptive snap count sequence, sometimes accompanied by subtle body movements which simulate the initiation of the play.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: American-football, ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

Examples

  • Jones is good at drawing a defense offside with his hard count.

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noun

Meaning 2

The process of counting and verifying coins or tokens.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: banking, business, gambling, games

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