back foot

noun — 2 senses

back foot

noun
1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see back, foot.

2

Ball games, Cricket, Games, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Sports The batsman's foot closest to the wicket.

Related terms
back foot shot, front foot, on the back foot

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