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forehand
[fawr-hand, fohr-]
adjective
(in tennis, squash, etc.) of, relating to, or noting a stroke made from the same side of the body as that of the hand holding the racket, paddle, etc.
being in front or ahead.
foremost or leading.
done beforehand; given or made in advance, as a payment.
noun
(in tennis, squash, etc.) a forehand stroke.
the part of a horse that is in front of the rider.
Cards.the player on the dealer's left, in a game with three players.
Archaic.a superior or advantageous position.
adverb
(in tennis, squash, etc.) with a forehand stroke.
forehand
/ ˈɔːˌæԻ /
adjective
sport
(of a stroke) made with the racket held so that the wrist is facing the direction of the stroke
of or relating to the right side of a right-handed player or the left side of a left-handed player
foremost or paramount
done or given beforehand
noun
sport
a forehand stroke
the side on which such strokes are made
the part of a horse in front of the saddle
a frontal position
adverb
sport with a forehand stroke
verb
sport to play (a shot) forehand
Example Sentences
World number 59 Munar said before the match that his chances of an upset were "low" - but he came within touching distance of victory, thanks to some strong serving and deep, powerful forehands.
Tiafoe broke back immediately when Evans overcooked his forehand and momentum appeared to swing the American's way in a 10-minute spell where his opponent had little answer to him.
Maria threw her arms into the air in disbelief as a wide Anisimova forehand confirmed her victory before the two shared a warm hug at the net.
Keys was once again left exasperated as she made a series of unforced errors, with an overcooked forehand gifting Maria four match points.
She then took the double break with a sweeping forehand before more solid serving handed Boulter the opening set as rain threatened to come down in west London.
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