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opposite field

American

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

noun

Baseball.

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.

Other Word Forms

opposite-field adjective

Etymology

Origin of opposite field

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2025

Dominic Canzone hit his team-leading third homer, sending an opposite field solo blast over the wall in left field.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 9, 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

With one out, Abreu hit a 1-0 fastball to the opposite field for a 3-1 lead.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 11, 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.

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