Groundstroke (noun)

A stroke in tennis or similar games made by hitting a ball after it has bounced on the ground.

Origin:

The term groundstroke comes from the combination of the words "ground" meaning "the surface of the earth" and "stroke" meaning "a movement or hit".

Examples:

1. He had a powerful groundstroke that made it hard for his opponents to return the ball.
2. She had a good backhand groundstroke that was her primary weapon.
3. The groundstroke is the most common shot in tennis.
4. The player had a consistent groundstroke that helped him win the match.
5. The groundstroke is the foundation of the tennis game.