Reflex Volley: A volley in which the player has no time to plan the shot, and instead reacts instinctively to get the racket in position to return the ball. This occurs frequently in doubles and in advanced singles.

 

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Volley: A forehand or backhand shot executed before the ball bounces in the court.

Twin Lens Reflex (TLR): Camera having two lenses of the same focal length. One is used for viewing and focusing, the other for exposing the film.

Stick The Volley: A volley hit crisply resulting in shot with a sharp downward trajectory.

Reflexognosy: Reflexognosy is the application of appropriate pressure to the leg and feet, by the hands of a trained practitioner, to bring about physiological and psychological changes in the body.