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(back-court) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. the area of a basketball court behind the midcourt line.

Example Sentence

The tennis player ran to the backcourt to hit the ball. Spelled as one word.

More Example Sentences

He made a shot from the backcourt line.

Synonyms

defensive area; rear court

Antonyms

frontcourt; offensive area

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