topspin

topspin Definition

top·spin (-spin′)

noun

spin given to a tennis ball, cue ball, etc. in which the top of the ball rotates forward in the direction of flight

topspin Usage Examples

Converse of object

attack: With cleverly disguised serving, Tony followed up with fast attacking topspin from both flanks and Peter looked to be beaten.
add: TENNIS TUTOR PLUS Tennis Tutor Plus includes all the features of the standard Tennis Tutor, plus adds topspin and under spin capability.
put: Spike wondered if maybe he should have put a little more topspin on it.
hit: If Tim had hit 20 topspin serves and then gone on to another activity, he probably would not have been injured.

Modifies a noun

shot: Stuart responded by upping the tempo, producing some magnificent attacking topspin shots which even Peter was struggling to return.

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