Overarm Definition

ōvər-ärm

overarm

adjective

Executed with the arm raised above the shoulder; overhand.

An overarm throw.

American Heritage

Performed by raising the arm above the shoulder, as a swimming stroke.

Webster's New World

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verb

To supply (a nation, for example) with an excess of weaponry, especially nuclear missiles.

American Heritage

adverb

Having the hand above the arm at the time of throwing.

In cricket, one must only bowl overarm.

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