shortstop
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Definition
- Noun:
- A defensive fielding position in baseball: "shortstop" is the fielding position on the baseball diamond located between second base and third base.
- The player who occupies that position: "shortstop" also refers to the defensive player who fields this position.
Usage
- The word "shortstop" is used primarily in the context of baseball. It is a countable noun.
- It is used to describe both the location on the field and the athlete playing there.
- The ball was hit toward shortstop. (Refers to the area of the field.)
- The shortstop made a fantastic diving catch. (Refers to the player.)
Examples
- Noun:
- He has played shortstop for the team for ten years.
- A strong throwing arm is essential for a shortstop.
- The coach decided to change the player at shortstop.
Advanced Usage
- "To play shortstop": This is the standard verb phrase for occupying the position.
- She will play shortstop in today's game.
- The position is often abbreviated as SS in scorekeeping and statistics.
- He is listed as SS on the lineup card.
Variants and Related Words
- Short (adj, informal): A common, abbreviated nickname for the shortstop position or player in casual conversation among players and fans.
- "Throw it to short!" the coach yelled.
Synonyms
- Infielder: A more general term for any defensive player whose position is within the infield (including first base, second base, third base, and shortstop). "Shortstop" is a specific type of infielder.
Related Phrases
- "Between shortstop and third base": A common description for a batted ball's location.
- The line drive went between shortstop and third base for a hit.
- "Shortstop hole": Refers to the gap between the shortstop and the third baseman.
- The hitter is known for pulling the ball into the shortstop hole.
Noun
- the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base
- (baseball) the person who plays the shortstop position