Bodyline
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bodyline is a noun meaning (cricket, now historical) Designating a form of bowling (now against the rules) characterised by fast, short-pitched balls aimed at the batsman's body or leg stump rather than the wicket.
Meaning
(cricket, now historical) Designating a form of bowling (now against the rules) characterised by fast, short-pitched balls aimed at the batsman's body or leg stump rather than the wicket.
More Meanings
- Alternative form of body line.
Example Sentences
The Cousins changed the game entirely, said the blimpish fellow: much as he might have deplored power tennis or bodyline bowling.
Word Forms
- bodylines
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include short, plumb, pace, square, legside, fine.
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