WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2026
approach′ shot′,
- Sport[Tennis.]a hard, forcing shot usually made deep into the opponent's court, allowing the player to move in toward the net for an offensive volley.
- Sport[Golf.]approach (def. 16).
- 1875–80
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