Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

footfault

Noun

/ˈfʊt fɔlt/

Definition

A fault occurrence in tennis or similar sports when a player fails to follow the proper rules for serving, specifically related to foot positioning.

Examples

During the match, the umpire called a foot fault on the player for stepping over the line.
She was frustrated after receiving a foot fault penalty right before a crucial point in the game.

Meaning

In tennis, a foot fault happens when a player steps over the baseline or touches the ground outside the designated service box with either foot during a serve.