infield
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for infield, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — In baseball, the diamond-shaped area bounded by home plate and the three bases.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
baseball diamond
Antonyms
How to use infield
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
infield fly
infield dirt
in the infield
Etymology
From in- plus field.
Full origin of infield →Frequently asked questions
What does “infield” mean?
The word “infield” means in baseball, the diamond-shaped area bounded by home plate and the three bases. In plain terms, the inner section of a baseball diamond or racetrack.
How do you pronounce “infield”?
“Infield” is pronounced IHN-feeld (/ˈɪnfiːld/ in IPA).
How do you use “infield” in a sentence?
Here is “infield” used in a sentence: “The shortstop fielded a sharp grounder in the infield.”
What is the opposite of “infield”?
The opposite of “infield” — its antonyms — is outfield.
What part of speech is “infield”?
“Infield” is a noun.
How many meanings does “infield” have?
“Infield” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in baseball, the diamond-shaped area bounded by home plate and the three bases.
