noun
Meaning 1
Synonym of suicide burn.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: suicide burn
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
hoverslam
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History
Etymology
From hover + slam. Coined by SpaceX. From landing by pseudo-hovering before slamming down on the landing surface; alternatively, from the manner in which the rocket engine's throttle is suddenly "slammed" on to brake the vehicle.