backswing

noun, verb — 2 senses

backswing

noun

Etymology From back + swing.

1

Hobbies, Lifestyle, Sports The preparatory stroke preceding that which produces contact with the target. Normally associated with sports using an implement such as a bat, club, racket or stick.

backswing

verb

Etymology From back + swing.

1

To swing backward.

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