forehand Meaning & Definition
What Does Forehand Mean?
As a noun, forehand means A stroke in which the palm of the hand faces the direction of the stroke. It is also used to mean A throw similar to a sidearm throw in baseball, where the disc remains on the throwing-arm side of the body and is led by the middle finger. As an adjective, it means Beforehand; paid in advance. As a verb, it means To strike with a forehand stroke.
Forehand in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //fɔːhænd// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | forehanded, forehand shot and forehand stroke |
| Antonyms | afterhand and backhand |
| Plural | forehands |
| Verb forms | forehands, forehanding, forehanded |
Forehand Definition (Noun)
- A stroke in which the palm of the hand faces the direction of the stroke.
the devastating speed of her forehand return
- A throw similar to a sidearm throw in baseball, where the disc remains on the throwing-arm side of the body and is led by the middle finger.
- All of the part of a horse which is before the rider.
- The chief or most important part.
- Superiority; advantage; start; precedence.
- The hand towards the front of the board.
- The hand that plays first.
Forehand as an Adjective
- Beforehand; paid in advance.
a forehand rent
Forehand as a Verb
- To strike with a forehand stroke.
Noun
- (racket sports) A stroke in which the palm of the hand faces the direction of the stroke.
- (disc sports) A throw similar to a sidearm throw in baseball, where the disc remains on the throwing-arm side of the body and is led by the middle finger.
Synonyms of Forehand
Forehand synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Forehand
Forehand in a Sentence
the devastating speed of her forehand return
a forehand rent
Word Forms & Grammar
forehand (countable and uncountable, plural forehands)
forehand (not comparable)
forehand (third-person singular simple present forehands, present participle forehanding, simple past and past participle forehanded)
Words That Rhyme With Forehand
Origin of Forehand
From fore- + hand.
How Do You Say Forehand?
The standard pronunciation of forehand is //fɔːhænd//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Forehand
Is forehand a noun or an adjective?
Forehand is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective and a verb.
What is another word for forehand?
You can replace forehand with words such as forehanded, forehand shot and forehand stroke. See the full list of forehand synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of forehand?
The plural of forehand is forehands.
What is the past tense of forehand?
The past tense of forehand is forehanded. The present participle is forehanding.