backspin Meaning & Definition
What Does Backspin Mean?
Backspin is a noun that means Spin applied to a ball in order to slow it, change its flight, or stop it when it lands. It can also mean Synonym of spinback. As a verb, it means To spin (a ball) with this motion.
Quick Facts About Backspin
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈbækˌspɪn// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | backspins |
| Verb forms | backspins, backspinning, backspun |
Backspin Definition (Noun)
- Spin applied to a ball in order to slow it, change its flight, or stop it when it lands.
- Synonym of spinback.
Backspin as a Verb
- To spin (a ball) with this motion.
- To play a section of a record in reverse, as a disc jockey; to apply spinback.
Synonyms of Backspin
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Backspin synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Backspin
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Backspin in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
backspin (countable and uncountable, plural backspins)
backspin (third-person singular simple present backspins, present participle backspinning, simple past and past participle backspun)
Words That Rhyme With Backspin
Origin of Backspin
From back + spin.
How Do You Say Backspin?
Backspin is pronounced //ˈbækˌspɪn// and has 1 syllable.
Backspin: Your Questions Answered
Is backspin a noun or a verb?
Backspin is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of backspin?
The plural of backspin is backspins.
What is the past tense of backspin?
The past tense of backspin is backspun. The present participle is backspinning.
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