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dropshot

/drɒpʃɒt/ noun · British & US
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What does dropshot mean?

noun

A shot in tennis where the ball is hit before it has a chance to bounce, typically with a forehand or backhand stroke.

Example

"The tennis player hit a dropshot that caught her opponent off guard, winning the point."

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