Meaning Of The Word Forehand

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What's The Definition Of Forehand?

forehand
countable noun: A forehand is a shot in tennis or squash in which the palm of your hand faces the direction in which you are hitting the ball.

forehand in American English
done or given earlier
the position in front or above; advantage
with a forehand
adjective: of, pertaining to, or noting a stroke made from the same side of the body as that of the hand holding the racket, paddle, etc.
adverb: with a forehand stroke
noun: a forehand stroke

forehand in British English
(of a stroke) made with the racket held so that the wrist is facing the direction of the stroke
adverb: with a forehand stroke
noun: a forehand stroke
verb: to play (a shot) forehand

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