noun
Meaning 1
Alternative form of Panenka.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative
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Meaning relationships
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Antonyms: none provided
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panenka
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/pəˈnɛnkə/
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noun
Meaning 2
A softly-struck chipped penalty kick into the middle of the goal.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, lifestyle, soccer, sports
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
Named after Czech football player Antonín Panenka who scored a softly-struck chipped penalty kick down the middle of the goal to win the penalty shootout in the UEFA Euro 1976 Final.
Across languages
Translations
2 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- Dutch: panenka — Translations
- Spanish: penalti a lo Panenka — Translations