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spin bowler

noun [C]
 
 

Definition

a cricket player who bowls (= throws) the ball in such a way that it turns around and around and changes direction when it hits the groundCricketGeneral terms used in ball sports spin bowling
 
 
/ˈspɪnˌbəʊ.lɪŋ/ US  /-ˌboʊ-/ noun [U]
CricketGeneral terms used in ball sports
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