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backhand shot

 

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Noun backhand shot has 1 sense
  1. backhand, backhand stroke, backhand shot - a return made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke
    --1 is a kind of return
    --1 has particulars: two-handed backhand

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Term: Backhand Shot

Description:

A backhand shot refers to a type of shot in various sports, usually involving a swinging motion or strike made with the back of the hand or racket, opposite to the dominant hand. It is commonly used in sports like tennis, ice hockey, and badminton.

Senses:

1. Tennis:

In tennis, a backhand shot is a stroke played by hitting the ball with the back of the hand opposite to the player's dominant hand. It requires a rotational motion and provides versatility in shot placement.

Example sentence: Roger Federer executed a powerful backhand shot down the line, leaving his opponent with no chance to return.

2. Ice Hockey:

In ice hockey, a backhand shot refers to shooting the puck with the back of the hockey stick, opposite to the player's forehand shot. It is often used to surprise the goalie or when the player is in an unfavorable position.

Example sentence: The forward scored a goal with an incredible backhand shot, sneaking the puck in the top corner of the net.

3. Badminton:

In badminton, a backhand shot is making contact with the shuttlecock using the backhand grip, typically while hitting the shuttlecock towards the opposite side of the player. It allows players to maintain control and react quickly.

Example sentence: The player won the rally with a sharp backhand shot, sending the shuttlecock just over the net.

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