- backhand⇄adj. 1. backhanded.
2. of or characterized by the use of the backhand.
Ex. Practice will improve your backhand game. - backhand⇄adv. with a backhanded stroke or motion.
- backhand⇄backhand, noun, adjective, adverb, verb.
- backhand⇄noun 1a. a stroke in tennis and other games played with a racket or paddle, made with the back of the hand turned outward and the arm usually held across the body.
Ex. His backhand is his most effective stroke.
b. the use of such strokes, as - backhand⇄v.t. 1. to hit or catch backhand.
2. (Slang.) to criticize or snub; rebuff.