hat trick
Plural
hat tricks
1
(in some sports) an occasion in which a player manages to score three times in a single game of soccer, hockey, etc.
A hat trick is a term used in sports to describe when a player scores three goals or points in a single game. It is most commonly associated with soccer, ice hockey, and field hockey, but can also be used in other sports. Achieving a hat trick is considered a significant accomplishment, showcasing the player's skill and ability to score multiple times during the game. In some cases, the player may be awarded a special prize or recognition for reaching this milestone.
2
a series of three victories, successes, or related accomplishments achieved by the same individual
The idiom "hat trick" as an idiom came from its use in sports to describe a player who scored three goals in a single game. Over time, it has been used to describe a series of three victories, successes, or related accomplishments achieved by the same individual in various fields.
- He won three Pulitzer Prizes in a row, achieving a literary hat trick.
- The musician released a hat trick of hit songs, all of which topped the charts and became fan favorites.