hit the ball twice

The phrase "hit the ball twice" is a term used in various sports to describe an illegal action where a player strikes the ball more than once in succession.

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Definition

C1Cricket

(technical, sport-specific)A method of dismissal where a batsman is out for intentionally striking the ball a second time with their bat or body while it is still in play.

Example

  • The batsman was declared out for hitting the ball twice to avoid being caught.

B2Tennis

(technical, sport-specific)A fault where a player makes two consecutive strikes at the ball with their racket during a single point.

Example

  • The umpire called a fault when the player hit the ball twice.

B2Volleyball

(technical, sport-specific)A fault where a player contacts the ball twice in succession before it is touched by another player.

Example

  • The referee blew the whistle for a double contact fault.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hit the ball twice":

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