Groundstroke

usgb/ˈɡraʊndstroʊk/
Noun

A shot in tennis made after the ball has bounced on the court.

She hit a powerful groundstroke that won her the match.
Visual representation of "groundstroke" - A shot in tennis made after the ball has bounced on the court.

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  • powerful groundstroke
  • backhand groundstroke

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Technique

In tennis, mastering the groundstroke is crucial for long rallies and offensive plays.

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Players should focus on their footing when hitting a groundstroke.
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Strategy

Groundstrokes can be used strategically to move opponents around the court.

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To control the game, aim to place your groundstrokes deep into the opponent's court.
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Formality

The term 'groundstroke' is generally used in formal discussions about tennis techniques.

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In casual settings, players might simply refer to it as a 'hit' or 'shot.'
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