major penalty
[/ˈmeɪdʒər ˈpɛnəlti/]
nounpl: major penalties
penalidade maior
1. In ice hockey, a penalty lasting five minutes imposed for more serious infractions such as fighting, high-sticking, or elbowing
The player received a major penalty for punching an opponent and had to sit in the penalty box for five minutes.
O jogador recebeu uma penalidade maior por socar um adversário e teve que ficar na caixa de penalidades por cinco minutos.
2. In sports generally, a significant punishment or loss of advantage imposed for rule violations
The team suffered a major penalty when the coach was ejected from the game.
O time sofreu uma penalidade maior quando o técnico foi expulso do jogo.
This is specialized sports terminology primarily used in ice hockey. The major penalty system is a fundamental part of ice hockey rule enforcement in North America and internationally. In Brazil, ice hockey is less popular than in Canada and the USA, so this term is mainly used by specialized sports enthusiasts and professional hockey communities. The five-minute penalty is a distinctive feature of ice hockey that differentiates it from other sports' penalty systems.
NYC Slang
five-minute stretch (informal, regional ice hockey slang)
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