HAT TRICK


Meaning of HAT TRICK in English

noun Etymology: probably from the former practice of rewarding the feat with the gift of a hat Date: 1877 the retiring of three batsmen with three consecutive balls by a bowler in cricket, the scoring of three goals in one game (as of hockey or soccer) by a single player, a series of three victories, successes, or related accomplishments

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