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infield

2 synonyms and 1 antonyms 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.

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baseball diamond

Antonyms

How to use infield

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infield fly infield dirt in the infield

Etymology

From in- plus field.

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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.

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