overarm

adj, adv, noun and 1 more — 4 senses

overarm

adj

/ˈəʊvəɹˌɑː(ɹ)m/

Etymology From over- + arm.

1

Throwing while having the hand above the elbow

Antonyms: underarm

overarm

adv

/ˌəʊvəɹˈɑː(ɹ)m/

Etymology From over- + arm.

1

Having the hand above the arm at the time of throwing

In cricket, one must only bowl overarm.

overarm

noun

Etymology From over- + arm.

1

Dated A style of swimming of extending the arms alternatively

overarm

verb

Etymology From over- + arm.

1

To provide with more weaponry than necessary.

Antonyms: underarm

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