crosscourt
/ˈkrɔːskɔːrt/
adverb
- In tennis, badminton, or similar sports, moving or hitting the ball diagonally across the court.
- The player returned the serve crosscourt, landing it just inside the line.
- He prefers to rally crosscourt rather than down the line.
- She hit the ball crosscourt to catch her opponent off guard.
adjective
- Describing a shot or movement that goes diagonally across the court.
- The coach taught them a new crosscourt drill to improve their angles.
- She practiced crosscourt volleys to add variety to her game.
- His crosscourt backhand was his strongest weapon in the match.