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overhand
This term describes a specific physical orientation where the limb is elevated above the shoulder, creating a high-to-low trajectory. It is most frequently encountered in sports contexts, such as baseball, tennis, or volleyball, where it denotes a technique designed to maximize power or velocity.
In a non-sporting context, it often refers to a specific type of knot (the overhand knot), though in that instance it functions as a noun. When used as an adjective or adverb, it strictly describes the mechanical motion of the arm relative to the body's midline.
Meanings
Examples
The pitcher used a powerful overhand throw to strike out the batter.
You need to tie an overhand knot to start the process.
He served the ball overhand to put more pressure on the opponent.
Just throw it overhand so it reaches the other side of the field.
I wonder if an overhand stroke would be more effective in this current.
The volleyball player leaped high for a crushing overhand spike.
Make sure your arm is fully extended for a proper overhand motion.
He cast the fishing line overhand with a smooth flick of the wrist.