Meaning ofbackhandersin English

Noun

1. a shot played with the backhand
   The tennis player hit a powerful backhander down the line.
2. plural of backhander
   The company was fined for giving backhanders to government officials.
3. a blow with the back of the hand
   The boxer threw a quick backhander that caught his opponent off guard.
4. a bribe or secret payment; corrupt practice
   The police officer was accused of taking backhanders from local businesses.