Overarm
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈəʊvəɹˌɑː(ɹ)m/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Overarm is an adjective meaning Throwing while having the hand above the elbow.
Meaning
Throwing while having the hand above the elbow.
More Meanings
- Having the hand above the arm at the time of throwing
- (transitive) To provide with more weaponry than necessary.
- (dated) A style of swimming of extending the arms alternatively
Example Sentences
In cricket, one must only bowl overarm.
Word Forms
- overarms
- overarming
- overarmed
Synonyms for overarm
Depending on context, synonyms include freestyle, overhand, round-arm.
Antonyms for overarm
Common opposites include underarm, underhanded, underhand.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include overhand, round-arm, throwing, bowling, underhand, roundarm.
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