- Throw the quick.
quick
noun; zero derivation
An ultimate play in which an overhead throw is made to the corner of the end zone Apparent meaning: Quick is the name of a play that someone on the team invented. It’s a very risky throw, but if successful it results in an immediate point. Reason used: Ultimate play names are typically taken from words that are in some way related to the play. This play results in a quick score, so it’s called the quick
Etymology : zero-derivation
Source : often heard at ultimate practice in the past year
Last modified: 10 June 2008