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forehand Definition and Meaning in English (forehand definition)

noun
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Forehand definition: In racket sports, a stroke played with the palm of the hand facing forward, typically on the dominant side of the body.

Definitions of Forehand

  1. 1noun(technical)

    In racket sports, a stroke played with the palm of the hand facing forward, typically on the dominant side of the body.

  2. 2adjective(technical)

    Relating to or denoting a stroke played with the palm of the hand facing forward.

Example Sentences

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“Her forehand is one of the strongest in the game.”

sports

“He hit a powerful forehand winner down the line.”

sports

“She prefers to play a forehand volley whenever possible.”

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nounforehand stroke
adjectiveforehanded

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Forehand definition: In racket sports, a stroke played with the palm of the hand facing forward, typically on the dominant side of the body.
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'Forehand' translates to 'forehand' in English. Forehand definition: In racket sports, a stroke played with the palm of the hand facing forward, typically on the dominant side of the body.
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