fore·hand 
/ˈfoɚˌhænd/ noun
plural fore·hands /ˈfoɚˌhænd/ noun [count] sports : a way of hitting a ball in tennis and similar games in which the palm of the hand holding the racket is turned in the direction of the ball
▪ She hit a forehand across the court. — often used before another noun ▪ a forehand stroke/shot — compare backhand
▪ She hit a forehand across the court. — often used before another noun ▪ a forehand stroke/shot — compare backhand
