backhander

Definition

A glass of wine given out of turn, the bottle having been handed backwards.

Etymology

From backhand + -er (patient suffix) or -er (agent noun suffix).

Example Sentences

• "She's a terrific backhander."
• "The morning brought an increased swell; long, perfect, down-the-line, 6-8' freight trains — a forehander's dream and a backhander's nightmare"