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downswing

noun

Etymology

From down- + swing.

  1. derived from *swenk-✻
  2. inherited from *swinganą✻
  3. inherited from *swingan✻
  4. inherited from swingan
  5. inherited from swyngen
  6. prefixed as downswing — “down + swing”

Definitions

  1. The portion of any movement along an arc or curve, heading in a lower direction.

    • The stock market is still reeling from the giant downswing on Tuesday.
    • Hold your head steady and keep your eye on the golf ball during your downswing.

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