overhand
/'ouvəhænd/
Definition
Adjective:
- Executed with the hand above the shoulder or the arm: Describes a motion, especially in sports, where the hand is brought forward and downward from a position above the level of the shoulder.
- Sewn with stitches passing over an edge: Describes a seam or stitch made by passing the needle and thread over the edge of the fabric.
Adverb:
- In an overhand manner: Performing an action with an overhand motion.
Usage Examples
Adjective:
- He has a powerful overhand serve in tennis.
- She used an overhand throw to get the ball to the catcher.
- The seam was finished with simple overhand stitching.
Adverb:
- The pitcher throws overhand.
- You should sew the edges overhand to prevent fraying.
Advanced Usage
"Overhand knot": A simple, fundamental knot made by forming a loop and passing the free end over and through the loop.
- Tie an overhand knot at the end of the rope to secure it.
"Overhand grip": A grip, as on a barbell, where the palms face backward or downward.
- Use an overhand grip for deadlifts to increase back engagement.
Variants and Related Words
Overhanded (Adjective/Adverb): An alternative, less common form with the same meaning as 'overhand'.
- He caught the ball with an overhanded motion.
Underhand (Adjective/Adverb): The antonym, describing a motion made with the hand below the shoulder or the palm facing upward.
- She delivered the pitch underhand.
Synonyms
- Overarm (Adjective/Adverb): Specifically used for throwing or serving motions with the arm above the shoulder.
- Cricket bowlers do not use an overarm delivery.
Related Phrases
- Overhand loop: In climbing or knot-tying, a loop where the working end crosses over the standing part.
- Overhand smash: In racket sports, a powerful downward shot executed with an overhand motion.
Adjective
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sewn together with overhand stitches (close vertical stitches that pass over and draw the two edges together)
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with hand brought forward and down from above shoulder level
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an overhand pitch
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an overhand stroke
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