1. hit the ball twice - Noun
2. hit the ball twice - Adverb
hit the ball twice (phrasal noun, uncountable)
(cricket) A rule ("law" in cricket) which when invoked results in the dismissal of a batsman (out), whereby the batsman has deliberately hit the ball with his bat a second time for a reason other than to protect his wicket.
hit the ball twice (not comparable)
In accordance with this rule against hitting the ball a second time.