center field
Americannoun
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the area of the outfield beyond second base and between right field and left field.
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the position of the player covering this area.
Etymology
Origin of center field
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Keeping Pages in center field would in no way be akin to keeping, say, Devon White or Willie Davis in center field.
From Los Angeles Times
Freddie Freeman hit a walk-off home run to center field in the 18th inning of a 6-5 win for the Dodgers in a World Series Game 3 turned out to be so much more.
From Los Angeles Times
But if he were to slide to center field for Game 3, it could open left field for someone like Alex Call.
From Los Angeles Times
He’s also handled five easy chances in center field.
From Los Angeles Times
He rounded the bases as landed beyond the center field fence.
From Los Angeles Times
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