short field
nounBaseball.
the area of the infield between third base and second, covered by the shortstop.
Origin of short field
1An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
Words Nearby short field
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How to use short field in a sentence
Swifter than swallows, the Dulford three-quarters flew down the now all too short field of play.
Sinister Street, vol. 1 | Compton MackenzieRanger-naturalist services, including short field trips, are available daily throughout summer on the pass.
Glacier National Park [Montana] | United States Dept. of the InteriorHe drew two balls and then a strike from Murphy, and hit the next hard into short field.
The Young Pitcher | Zane GreyDean hit into short field, and was thrown out, while Weir reached third on the play.
The Young Pitcher | Zane GreyThe Place infield trotted to deep short-field; the outfielders moved out and swung around far to the right.
The Young Pitcher | Zane Grey
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