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service court

American  

noun

  1. the part of the court into which a player must serve in various games, as tennis, badminton, handball, or squash.


Etymology

Origin of service court

First recorded in 1875–80

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Eubanks started strong on his serve, his lengthy, 6’7” frame helping to place balls deep and near the edges of the service court.

From Washington Times Aug. 3, 2022

He was sentenced to four days in jail, ordered to pay fines and perform community service, court records show.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 25, 2019

She was sentenced to five years’ probation and community service, court records show.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 22, 2018

Aziz would create a new account each time Twitter suspended him for violating its terms of service, court documents said.

From Washington Times Dec. 17, 2015

The Service-line=The back line of the service court, extending from side-line to side-line at a point 21 feet from the net.

From The Art of Lawn Tennis by Tilden, William (Bill) Tatem

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