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Senses of "hoop"

Sense 1: Noun - Circular band of metal, wood, or another material

A hoop refers to a circular band made of metal, wood, plastic, or another material. It is often hollow and can vary in size and thickness depending on its purpose and usage.

Sample sentence: She jumped through the hoop effortlessly during her gymnastics routine.

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Sense 2: Noun - Basketball goal

In basketball, a hoop is the metal ring with a net attached to it that players aim to score by shooting the ball through it. The hoop is typically ten feet off the ground and has a diameter of 18 inches.

Sample sentence: He made an incredible slam dunk, sending the ball straight through the hoop.

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