I used to hit a lot of wedges very cleanly (but not thin) which would fly a bit low and stop very quickly - invariably getting a 'well played' comment from a playing partner although I didn't do this on purpose I just got away with a nervy shot.
Is this what is called a knock-down shot?
I have heard that this is a good shot to learn particularly in the wind but don't know what it is and how to (deliberately) play it.