ballhandler

English

Alternative forms

  • ball handler

Etymology

ball + handler

Noun

ballhandler (plural ballhandlers)

  1. (basketball) One who handles the ball.
    • 2008 February 26, Frank Litsky, “In Freshman Season, Moore Shows UConn What May Come”, in New York Times:
      “Like every kid her age, she has to become a much better ballhandler and a better defender,” he said.
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