curveball
What is another word for curveball? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — In baseball, a pitch thrown with spin that makes it swerve as it approaches the batter.
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How to use curveball
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
throw a curveball
life throws curveballs
Etymology
From curve + ball, describing a pitch that curves in flight.
Full origin of curveball →Frequently asked questions
What does “curveball” mean?
The word “curveball” means in baseball, a pitch thrown with spin that makes it swerve as it approaches the batter. In plain terms, a pitch that curves in baseball, or more generally, an unexpected twist someone throws at you.
How do you use “curveball” in a sentence?
Here is “curveball” used in a sentence: “His curveball dropped sharply right over the plate.”
What part of speech is “curveball”?
“Curveball” is a noun.
How many meanings does “curveball” have?
“Curveball” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in baseball, a pitch thrown with spin that makes it swerve as it approaches the batter.
