Definition

Proper noun: * Gordon Howe: A Canadian professional ice hockey player, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. He is noted for his longevity and physical style of play, holding the record for the most games played in the National Hockey League (NHL).

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Gordie Howe, whose full name was Gordon Howe, played for the Detroit Red Wings for 25 seasons.
  • The term "Gordie Howe hat trick" was coined in honor of Gordon Howe, referring to a player scoring a goal, recording an assist, and getting into a fight in a single game.

Advanced Usage

• "Gordie Howe hat trick": A humorous and informal hockey term for a player achieving a goal, an assist, and a fight in one game. It celebrates the multifaceted, physical style of play associated with Gordon Howe.
  • The enforcer surprised everyone by getting a Gordie Howe hat trick last night.

Variants and Related Words

• Gordie Howe (nickname): The common and widely recognized nickname for Gordon Howe.
  • Gordie Howe was known as "Mr. Hockey."
• Howe, Gordie (alternative listing): A common dictionary or encyclopedia entry format.

Synonyms

• Mr. Hockey: A popular nickname for Gordon Howe, reflecting his iconic status in the sport.
• Number 9: A reference to his famous jersey number, which was retired by the Detroit Red Wings.

Related Idioms

• "A Gordie Howe hat trick": As defined in Advanced Usage, this idiom is directly derived from his playing style and legacy.
  • It's rare to see a true Gordie Howe hat trick in the modern NHL.

Noun

1. Canadian hockey player who holds the record for playing the most games (born 1928)