"fast break" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: fast breaks [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} fast break (plural fast breaks)
  1. (basketball) An offensive play in which a team, having won possession of the ball, moves the ball downcourt as quickly as possible, attempting to get an easy shot before the defense can set up. Categories (topical): Basketball Related terms: transition game
    Sense id: en-fast_break-en-noun-79uJeaah Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: ball-games, basketball, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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