wrist flick
Subtle hand motion
A wrist flick is a quick, snapping rotation of the wrist, used to generate speed or spin in sports like tennis, basketball, and frisbee throwing.
The motion relies on the wrist rather than the full arm: The key to a good jump shot is the wrist flick at the end.
Magicians use wrist flicks to manipulate cards and coins with apparent effortlessness.
- snapSudden sharp sound
- twistRotating motion or surprise
- gestureCommunicative body movement
- swishSoft rushing sound
- whipStrikes or aerates
motion · wand · casting · fly fishing · throw · spin · quick · quick release · dart · flourish · sleight · magic trick · card trick · magic · racket · table tennis · bowling · release
motion amplitude/body involvement
wrist flickwind-up
Final part or end
haymaker · power stroke · shoulder rotation · roundhouse · golf swing