overhand

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overhand

The tailor sews the seam with an overhand stitch.

Definition

  1. 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.

  2. 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.
overhand

The tailor sews the seam with an overhand stitch.

Adjective
  1. sewn together with overhand stitches (close vertical stitches that pass over and draw the two edges together)
  2. with hand brought forward and down from above shoulder level
    • an overhand pitch
    • an overhand stroke

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