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backhand

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbækˌhænd// UK //bˈækhænd// back·hand

n. a way of hitting a ball or a person with the back of your hand. In sports like tennis, it is a common shot where you hit the ball with the side of your hand.

n. a stroke in racket sports executed by hitting the ball with the side of the hand; also refers to a blow delivered with the back of the hand.


SIMPLE

He hit a powerful backhand to win the point.

CONTEXTUAL

The tennis player is famous for his aggressive backhand, which he uses to finish every rally.

COMPLEX

While the forehand is often the dominant stroke in professional tennis, a well-executed backhand can be just as effective when used to counter an opponent's aggressive serve.

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Origin

From back + hand.

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