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Downswing Definition & Meaning

downswing
noun
  1. a swing downward of a golf club
  2. a worsening of business or economic activity; "the market took a downturn"

"Downswing" in song lyrics

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  • "dropping the club in the downswing"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does downswing mean?
a swing downward of a golf club a worsening of business or economic activity; "the market took a downturn"
What part of speech is downswing?
Downswing is a noun.
How many definitions does downswing have?
Downswing has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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