Backhander

usgb/ˈbækhændər/
noun

A quick, unexpected hit with the back of the hand.

He gave him a backhander across the face.
Visual representation of "backhander" - A quick, unexpected hit with the back of the hand

Often appears as...

  • give a backhander
  • receive a backhander
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Quick Impact

Used for a sudden and impactful action, often in a negative way.

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The bully's backhander left a mark.
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Physical Gesture

Describes a physical, violent gesture using the hand, rare in polite society.

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He was outraged and threw a backhander.
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Unexpected Angle

Implies that the action comes from an unexpected direction or angle.

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She dodged his backhander just in time.
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