Phrase guide

drag bunt

noun · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A ball that has been hit by a batter who started to run towards first base while holding the bat back over the plate, typically in an attempt to get a hit rather than to sacrifice

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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

Examples

  • Jones fielded the drag bunt, but the runner beat out his throw for a single.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

The act of bunting while running towards first base

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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

Examples

  • The drag bunt is a skill that few players perfect.

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Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

to bunt while running towards first base

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

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

Examples

  • Jones drag bunted the pitch.
  • Smith often drag bunts if he sees the third baseman playing back.

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Antonyms: none provided

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