shortstop
1 synonym for shortstop, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — In baseball, the infield position (and player) between second and third base.
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Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Etymology
From short + stop.
Full origin of shortstop →Frequently asked questions
What does “shortstop” mean?
The word “shortstop” means in baseball, the infield position (and player) between second and third base. In plain terms, a baseball infield position between second and third base.
How do you pronounce “shortstop”?
“Shortstop” is pronounced shawrt-stap (/ʃɔɹt.stap/ in IPA).
How do you use “shortstop” in a sentence?
Here is “shortstop” used in a sentence: “The shortstop made a diving catch to end the inning.”
What part of speech is “shortstop”?
“Shortstop” is a noun.
