baseliner

/bæsˈlaɪnər/

Definitions

1. noun

A server in tennis, especially in doubles, who stands at the baseline and is usually responsible for covering the net.

“The baseliner played a crucial role in winning the match with their excellent backhand shots.”

2. noun

A player who serves from the baseline, especially in a sport like table tennis or squash.

“In the table tennis tournament, the baseliner’s strong forehand shots gave them an edge over their opponent.”

3. verb

To hit the ball in a way that makes it bounce on the opponent’s side of the court.

“The player decided to baseliner the ball to confuse their opponent and gain an advantage.”

Synonyms

  • baseline player
  • server
  • serving player

Antonyms

  • net player
  • vollee