Phrase guide

batter's box

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

One of two areas beside home plate in which a batter is required to stand during an at bat.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, baseball, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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noun

Meaning 2

an area on a baseball diamond (on either side of home plate) marked by lines within which the batter must stand when at bat

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: box

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