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FOREHAND

(adj., noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Forehand.

Forehand - as an adjective

(of racket strokes) made with palm facing direction of stroke

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forehanded
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
backhand

Forehand - as a noun

(sports) a return made with the palm of the hand facing the direction of the stroke (as in tennis or badminton or squash)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forehand shotforehand stroke

Forehand - as a verb

To strike with a forehand stroke.

Example Sentences

"She has a powerful forehand in tennis."
"His forehand is his strongest shot in table tennis."
"The player practiced his forehand for hours."
"She hit a stunning forehand winner down the line."
"His opponent struggled to return his strong forehand."
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Word Game Points

Is FOREHAND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, forehand is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FOREHAND has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is FOREHAND a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, forehand is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FOREHAND has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is FOREHAND a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, forehand is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FOREHAND has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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