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infield hit

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

When a batter reaches base with a ground ball that does not leave the infield or shallow outfield.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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

Examples

  • Jones got an infield hit when the ball tipped off of the outstretched glove of the diving shortstop.

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