approach shot
noun
1.
Tennis.
a hard, forcing shot usually made deep into the opponent's court, allowing the player to move in toward the net for an offensive volley.
2.
Golf.
approach
(def 16).
Origin
1875-80
British Dictionary definitions for
approach shot
approach shot
noun
1.
(
golf
)
Also called
approach.
a shot made to or towards the green after a tee shot
2.
(
tennis
) a deep drive, usually hit with slice to keep the ball low, designed to enable the player to make an approach to the net