Backhands

/ˈbækˌhændz/ noun

Definition

Plural of backhand; multiple backhanded strokes, hits, or blows; also indirect criticisms or insults.

Etymology

Plural of 'backhand,' following standard English pluralization rules.

Kelly Says

In tennis, the backhand-down-the-line is statistically one of the rarest winning shots in professional play, which means players still spend millions in coaching fees trying to master a move that will almost never win them a point directly.

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