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BACKSPIN

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Backspin.

Backspin - as a noun

Spin (usually of a moving ball) that retards or reverses the forward motion

Backspin - as a verb

To spin (a ball) with this motion.

To play a section of a record in reverse, as a disc jockey; to apply spinback.

Example Sentences

"Golfers use backspin to control the distance and trajectory of their shots."
"In table tennis, players often employ backspin to make the ball curve downward."
"The tennis player executed a perfect backspin on the ball, making it difficult for her opponent to return."
"The basketball player applied backspin to the ball, causing it to bounce softly off the backboard and into the net."
"A skilled billiards player can control the movement of the cue ball using backspin."
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Word Game Points

Is BACKSPIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backspin is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BACKSPIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is BACKSPIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backspin is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BACKSPIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is BACKSPIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backspin is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BACKSPIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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