Shortstop
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ʃɔɹt.stap/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Shortstop is a noun meaning (baseball) The infield defensive player that stands between the second baseman and the third baseman.
Meaning
(baseball) The infield defensive player that stands between the second baseman and the third baseman.
More Meanings
- (figuratively) A nimble defender.
- (gambling) A player who is short of money.
- Alternative form of short-stop (to cause to stop short).
Example Sentences
I'll play shortstop when we make our proposal.
The shortstop ranged deep into the hole to make the stop.
The shortstops and desperados were not permitted to play in this marker crap game.
He shortstopped for a few years for the Houston Astros when they won the World Series twice in a row.
Word Forms
- shortstops
- shortstopping
- shortstopped
Synonyms for shortstop
Depending on context, synonyms include short.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include short, fielding, blocker, ranger, guerrilla, guerilla.
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