hoverslam
English
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[edit]Etymology
[edit]From hover + slam. Coined by SpaceX. From landing by pseudo-hovering before slamming down on the landing surface; alternatively, from the manner in which the rocket engine's throttle is suddenly "slammed" on to brake the vehicle.
Noun
[edit]hoverslam (plural hoverslams)
- Synonym of suicide burn.