Outfield

usgb/ˈaʊtfiːld/
noun

The part of a baseball field or a cricket ground furthest from the batsman.

He hit the ball into the far end of the outfield.
Visual representation of "outfield" - The part of a baseball field or a cricket ground furthest from the batsman.

Often appears as...

  • play in the outfield
  • outfield player
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Baseball and Cricket

Used specifically in baseball and cricket to describe the field area far from the batsman or home plate.

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The coach asked me to practice catching fly balls in the outfield.
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Position Specialization

In baseball, players who specialize in playing the outfield are called outfielders.

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She's one of the team's best outfielders with an impressive throwing arm.
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Defensive Importance

Outfielders are crucial for defense, catching high balls and stopping grounders from going further.

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That outfield catch saved the game!
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