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backheel

The correct spelling is backheel.

How to pronounce backheel

noun

Say it like: Bak-hee-l

The correct spelling is backheel. A kick played by the heel which typically travels in the opposite direction from which the player is facing.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A kick played by the heel which typically travels in the opposite direction from which the player is facing.
  2. 2.A method of tripping or throwing by getting the leg back of the opponent's heel on the outside and pulling forward while pushing his body back.

verb

  1. 1.To perform such a kick.
  2. 2.To perform such a trip or throw.

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