hoverslam

English

Alternative forms
  • hover-slam
  • hover slam

Etymology

hover +‎ slam. Coined by SpaceX. From landing by pseudo-hovering before slamming down on the landing surface; alternatively, from how the rocket engine's throttle is suddenly "slammed" on to brake the vehicle.

Noun

hoverslam (plural hoverslams)

  1. Synonym of suicide burn.
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