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sidespin

American  
[sahyd-spin] / ˈsaɪdˌspɪn /

noun

  1. a spinning motion imparted to a ball that causes it to rotate in course about its vertical axis.


Etymology

Origin of sidespin

First recorded in 1925–30; side 1 + spin

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This is particularly true for bulge, which curves toe and heel shots that are launching with sidespin back toward the centerline for increased accuracy.

From Golf Digest ● Jan. 2, 2018

The idea being the grooves will reduce sidespin and mitigate slices or hooks.

From Golf Digest ● May 8, 2017

Your chances of controlling the sidespin, at least enough to keep it on line, are slim.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 12, 2013

He hits a sidespin chip backhand that skids on hard courts, and he frequently follows it with a blistering forehand.

From New York Times ● Aug. 26, 2012

His backhand slice, a funky shot hit with vicious sidespin, slithers and dies on grass.

From New York Times ● Jun. 18, 2011

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