opposite field

American  

[op-uh-zit feeld, -sit] / ˈɒp ə zɪt ˈfild, -sɪt /

noun

Baseball.

1. the part of the playing field that lies opposite to the side of home plate that the batter stands at, specifically right field for a right-handed batter and left field for a left-handed batter.

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Other Word Forms

• opposite-field
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of opposite field

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

See Examples For:

opposite field

He has had more hard contact, especially to center and the opposite field.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2025

“What you’re seeing is a lot of foul balls off to the opposite field, you’re seeing a lot of balls just chopped right into the ground,” Servais said.

From Seattle Times ● May 23, 2024

The opposite field solo blast was Raleigh’s fourth homer of the season — most on the team.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 20, 2024

Then came No. 4: Moreno sliced a 2-1 fastball down the line to the opposite field that right field umpire Gabe Morales called fair.

From Washington Times ● Oct. 12, 2023

As they were talking of it, Roy, the ex-bailiff, was observed crossing the opposite field.

From Verner's Pride by Wood, Henry, Mrs.