Baseball

a fast-paced, urban version of baseball played with a rubber ball and bare hands

In Baseball5, players use their bare hands to catch and throw the ball.

a game similar to baseball but on a smaller field in which players use a larger and softer ball

a minor league team, especially in baseball, affiliated with a major league club where players develop before potentially joining the major league roster

He was scouted by the major league team while playing for their farm team.

a defensive play in which two outs are made by the fielding team in a single continuous play

The shortstop and second baseman turned a double play to end the inning.

a batter's turn to bat against the opposing pitcher during a game

He had a productive at-bat with a double in the gap

(baseball) a batting technique where a batter softly taps the ball with the bat to place it into play, often to advance a baserunner

The batter attempted a bunt to move the runner to second base.

(baseball) a hit that travels high into the air and is caught by a fielder before it touches the ground

The fly ball was caught for the third out of the inning.

(baseball) a play where a fielder touches the base with the ball to get an out before the baserunner arrive

The pitcher fielded a ground ball and threw to home plate for the force-out.

to take something from someone or somewhere without permission or paying for it

She steals cookies from the jar when no one is looking.

(baseball) a situation where a defensive player forces a baserunner out by touching a base with the ball before the baserunner reaches that base

The shortstop made a force play at second base to retire the lead runner.

(baseball) a hit that travels outside the foul lines, usually resulting in a strike against the batter

He hit a foul ball that landed just beyond the dugout.

(baseball) a hit that rolls along the ground, typically resulting in a play by the infielders to get the batter out

The infielder fielded the ground ball cleanly and threw to first base.

to hit a ground ball that is fielded by the defense, resulting in an out

He grounded out to the shortstop in his first at-bat.

a hit in baseball that occurs when a batter hits the ball and runs around all four bases, scoring a run for their team

The home run was the only score in the pitcher's duel.

(baseball) a hard-hit ball that travels directly and quickly through the air, usually at a low angle, making it difficult for fielders to catch

She hit a sharp line drive into the gap between left and center field.

a hit by a backup batter in baseball

The coach called for a pinch hit to shake things up in the lineup.

a round object that is used in games and sports, such as soccer, basketball, bowling, etc.

I hit the ball with a golf club, sending it flying towards the hole.

to hit using hands or weapons

The blacksmith struck the hot metal with a hammer to shape it.

an out that happens when a batter receives three strikes during their turn at bat

He avoided a strikeout by fouling off several tough pitches.

(baseball) a batted ball hit high into the air but not far, typically resulting in an easy catch for an outfielder or infielder

She lifted a pop fly to right field that the outfielder caught on the run.

(baseball) a statistic that credits a batter when their hit or action allows a runner to score

She hit a home run with two runners on base, resulting in three RBIs.

(baseball) the base where the batter stands and where players must reach to score a run

The catcher stood ready at home plate to tag the runner out.

a precaution in case of an emergency

(baseball) a pitch thrown close to a batter to intimidate or force them away from the plate

The batter felt the tension rise as the pitcher delivered a sharp brushback pitch.

a line or shape that is not straight and bends gradually

He drew a curve on the paper to represent the arc of the ball's trajectory.

(baseball) a type of pitch thrown at high speed with minimal movement

The pitcher’s fastball clocked in at 95 mph.

(baseball) a pitch thrown with a grip that causes the ball to drop sharply before reaching the plate

The pitcher surprised the batter with a devastating forkball.

a deliberate pitch thrown by the pitcher far outside the strike zone in baseball

With a runner on first, the team decided to call for a pitchout to prevent a stolen base.

to keep someone or something safe and away from harm, death, etc.

Lifeguards work tirelessly to save swimmers in distress.

(baseball) a baserunner being tagged out while attempting to steal a base

The catcher made a perfect throw to get the runner and recorded a caught stealing.

(in baseball) to return to and touch a base after a fly ball is caught before attempting to advance to the next base

He had to tag up at second base before running to third.

(of a professional wrestler) to touch one's partner so the partner can enter the ring and take over the match

In a tag team match, wrestlers can tag out by touching their partner's hand, signaling the switch.

a part of the baseball game where each team gets a turn to bat and field

The team scored three runs in the first inning.

a piece of thick, stiff paper, often rectangular, used for sending messages, greetings, or invitations

She gave him a birthday card with a heartfelt message inside.

the initial point from which measurements or comparisons are made

They established a baseline for productivity by measuring output before implementing changes.

to move or make something move from one side to another while suspended

The pendulum clock swung back and forth with a rhythmic tick-tock.

to detect a faint scent by inhaling through the nose

She whiffs the scent of flowers in her garden every morning.

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

The company prioritizes safety by regularly inspecting equipment and training employees to avoid accidents.

to move using our legs, faster than we usually walk, in a way that both feet are never on the ground at the same time

When he heard the news, he ran home in a hurry.

to throw something with a specific motion

The baseball pitcher prepared to pitch the ball with precision.

a statistic that shows how often a baseball player gets a hit when at bat

She has the highest batting average on the team this season.

a small, cylindrical or tapered piece of wood or plastic that is used to fasten clothes to a clothesline

to move forward at a regular speed by placing our feet in front of each other one by one

After the accident, doctors were unsure if he'd ever walk again.

to securely attach a small piece of identification or information to an item

I will tag the suitcase with my name and contact information before the flight.

in a direction away from an enclosed or hidden space

Smoke poured out from the chimney.

to poke or pierce something with a sharp point

The warrior spiked his opponent with a spear during the battle.