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Vocabulary Entry
overhand
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A type of grip or movement where the hand is positioned above the object being handled.
Example Sentences
"The climber used an overhand grip to reach the next ledge."
"He tied the rope with an overhand knot for maximum security."
"The tennis serve was executed with an overhand motion."
V
verb
To throw or swing something in a manner where the hand moves above the object.
Example Sentences
"She will overhand the ball during the game."
"The coach instructed the players to overhand pass the basketball."
"He tends to overhand the frisbee when trying to make it soar."
A
adjective
Describing a movement or action where the hand is above the object.
Example Sentences
"The overhand throw was perfect for the long-distance shot."
"He performed an overhand stroke while swimming in the pool."
"Her overhand approach made the task easier to complete."