Backhanded

Definition of Backhanded

Back´hand`ed

a.	1.	With the hand turned backward; as, a backhanded blow.
	2.	Indirect; awkward; insincere; sarcastic; as, a backhanded compliment.
	3.	Turned back, or inclining to the left; as, backhanded letters.
a. & adv.	1.	(Sport) Stroked with a backhand{2}; as, a backhanded drive.

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