Counterpuncher
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Counterpuncher is a noun meaning (tennis) A player who returns every ball and relies on the opponent making mistakes.
Meaning
(tennis) A player who returns every ball and relies on the opponent making mistakes.
More Meanings
- (boxing) A boxer who commonly counterpunches.
Example Sentences
Serena will play the third-seeded Jankovic, the counterpuncher who looked vulnerable after digging too deeply into her physical reserves last season […].
Word Forms
- counterpunchers
Synonyms for counterpuncher
Depending on context, synonyms include retriever.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pusher, counter-punch, backhander, all-courter, receiver, counterplay.
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