Throwing while having the hand above the elbow
Used in a Sentence
overarm
Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for overarm.
Editorial note
Overarm bowling is a relatively recent development in the history of the sport (rather like overarm serves in tennis).
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Quick take
Throwing while having the hand above the elbow
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of overarm gathered in one view.
Having the hand above the arm at the time of throwing
(dated) A style of swimming of extending the arms alternatively
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for overarm.
adjective
Throwing while having the hand above the elbow
See also: overhand, round-arm, overhanded
adverb
Having the hand above the arm at the time of throwing
See also: overhand, round-arm, overhanded
noun
(dated) A style of swimming of extending the arms alternatively
See also: overhand, round-arm, overhanded
verb
(transitive) To provide with more weaponry than necessary.
See also: overhand, round-arm, overhanded
Example sentences
Overarm bowling is a relatively recent development in the history of the sport (rather like overarm serves in tennis).
The overarm standard has (claimed) origins around 1800 in a lady cricketer raising her arm when bowling to avoid her skirt getting in the way.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use overarm in a sentence?
Overarm bowling is a relatively recent development in the history of the sport (rather like overarm serves in tennis).
What does overarm mean?
Throwing while having the hand above the elbow
What part of speech is overarm?
overarm is commonly used as adjective, adverb, noun, verb.