puckster

/ˈpʌks.tər/

Definitions

1. noun

a young hockey player, especially one who is inexperienced or reckless in play.

“The team’s young puckster made a few impressive moves on the ice but also made a few costly mistakes.”

2. verb

to tease or playfully annoy someone, especially in a way that is considered childish or immature.

“He was always puckster-ing his little sister, trying to get a rise out of her.”

Synonyms

  • prankster
  • troublemaker

Antonyms

  • serious player
  • straight shooter