What is another word for sidespin?

Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ɪdspɪn] (IPA)

"Sidespin" is a term used in sports like tennis and table tennis, which describes the spin of the ball moving in a diagonal direction. However, there are other synonyms that can be used instead of sidespin. These include "sideswipe," which refers to a glancing blow off to one side, "curveball," which is used commonly in baseball to describe a pitch that curves, "slice," which is also used in tennis and golf to describe a shot with sidespin, and "swerve," which is used in soccer to describe a ball that curves to avoid a defender. These synonyms can help provide more descriptive language for players and commentators when discussing the movements of the ball.

What are the hypernyms for Sidespin?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    rotational motion, force (in physics), lift (in aerodynamics), motion in physics, spin (in sports).

Related words: topspin, backspin, sidespin serve, sidespin lob, sidespin forehand

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