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OVERARM

(adj., noun, verb, adverb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Overarm.

Overarm - as an adjective

With hand brought forward and down from above shoulder level

Example: "An overhand pitch"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overhand15overhanded18

Overarm - as a noun

A style of swimming of extending the arms alternatively - now usually termed freestyle.

Overarm - as a verb

To provide with more weaponry than necessary.

Overarm - as an adverb

Having the hand above the arm at the time of throwing

Example: "In cricket, one must only bowl overarm."

Example Sentences

"He threw the ball overarm to his teammate."
"The pitcher used an overarm delivery to throw the ball."
"Her overarm stroke in swimming was strong and efficient."
"The tennis player's overarm serve was powerful and accurate."
"He demonstrated proper overarm technique in volleyball."
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Word Game Points

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

OVERARM has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is OVERARM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overarm is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERARM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is OVERARM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overarm is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERARM has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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