topspin

Etymology

From top + spin.

topspin means A rotational motion, especially that given to a ball, in which the upper surface spins in the direction of motion. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 88 out of 100.

noun

A rotational motion, especially that given to a ball, in which the upper surface spins in the direction of motion.“The tennis star was famed for her topspin.”
An edgy, quirky or otherwise engaging quality that holds the interest of the audience.“Well remembered as a visual comedienne, she also had the verbal knack of putting all sorts of topspin on a line.”

verb

To spin (a ball) with this motion.“He could keep winning through attrition, with a relentless barrage of topspinning ground strokes and a tireless defense of his own side, where would-be winners go to die.”