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Topspin

Definition:

Topspin is a type of spin imparted to a ball in sports, especially in tennis or table tennis, by hitting or striking it with a rotating motion that causes the ball to spin forward and dip rapidly.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. Topspin in Tennis:

In tennis, topspin refers to the downward spin of the ball caused by brushing or hitting the ball in a way that makes it rotate forward. It helps the ball to curve in the air and accelerate as it bounces, making it more difficult for the opponent to return effectively.

Example sentence: Roger Federer's textbook topspin forehand was a lethal weapon on the court.

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Verb:

1. To Hit with Topspin:

The verb topspin refers to the action of hitting a ball in a way that imparts a forward rotating motion, causing the ball to spin with topspin.

Example sentence: She topspinned the ping pong ball with precision, making it difficult for her opponent to defend.

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