overswing

/ˈoʊvərˌswaɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

the action or state of swinging excessively or beyond a normal or intended point, often resulting in loss of control or balance.

“The golfer’s overswing caused him to lose his grip on the club.”

2. verb

to swing excessively or beyond a normal or intended point, often resulting in loss of control or balance.

“She overswung the golf club and hit the ball into the nearby woods.”

Synonyms

  • overcompensation
  • overcorrection
  • overrotation

Antonyms

  • underrotation
  • underswing