Meaning of the word backspin in English

What does backspin mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

backspin

US /ˈbæk.spɪn/
UK /ˈbæk.spɪn/
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Noun

a reverse spin imparted to a ball, especially in golf or tennis, causing it to stop or roll backward on landing

Example:
The golfer hit the ball with perfect backspin, making it stop dead on the green.
The tennis player used a lot of backspin on her serve to make it drop sharply.