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backhands Definition and Meaning in English (backhands definition)

noun
Synonyms:backhand stroke
Quick Answer • Definition

Backhands definition: A stroke in tennis or other racket sports made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke.

Definitions of Backhands

  1. 1noun

    A stroke in tennis or other racket sports made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke.

  2. 2verb

    To hit a ball with a backhand stroke.

Example Sentences

sports

“Her backhands were powerful and accurate during the match.”

sports

“He backhands the ball with incredible precision every time.”

Synonyms

backhand stroke

Antonyms

forehands

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infinitivebackhand
gerundbackhanding
nounbackhand
adjectivebackhanded

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Backhands definition: A stroke in tennis or other racket sports made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke.
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'Backhands' translates to 'backhands' in English. Backhands definition: A stroke in tennis or other racket sports made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke.
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