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Badminton

Of or pertaining to the racquet sport played with singles or doubles who take positions on the opposite side of a rectangular bondry separated by a net. Players score points by hitting a shuttlecock with their racquet so that it lands in the opposing player's side.

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drive

Sports; Badminton

A low and fast shot that goes over the net in a straight or horizontal flight.

drop

Sports; Badminton

A shot that is hit easy and with finesse so that it falls swiftly and close to the net on the opponent's side of the net.

all-rounder

Sports; Badminton

A versatile player who can do a little of everything, this player can return most shots, but who also has a good smash shot to finish rallies.

attacker

Sports; Badminton

A player who hits numerous smash shots and who uses jumps to compel the opposing team into a defensive formation.

attacking clear

Sports; Badminton

This is an offensive shot, which is hit deep into the opponent's court.

back alley

Sports; Badminton

When playing doubles this is the area between the back boundary line and the long service line.

fault

Sports; Badminton

A violation of the playing rules, which can happen when serving, receiving, or during play. There are service faults and general faults.

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