shortstop

[ shawrt-stop ]

noun

1. Baseball.
   1. Also called short. the position of the player covering the area of the infield between second and third base.
   2. a fielder who covers this position.
2. Also called short·stop bath. Photography. stop bath ( def ).

shortstop

/ ˈʃɔːtˌstɒp /

noun

1. baseball
   1. the fielding position to the left of second base viewed from home plate
   2. the player at this position

Word History and Origins

Origin of shortstop¹

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45; short + stop

Example Sentences

By the time the shortstop reached the ball and looked up, Herbert had almost reached first base.

From Los Angeles Times

The team could shift Tommy Edman, who saw most of his action this October at shortstop, to an everyday role in center field.

From Los Angeles Times

They can play Edman in center, but only if they have another option at shortstop.

From Los Angeles Times

Smith sent a chopper to shortstop Anthony Volpe in the next at-bat, then watched as Volpe spiked a throw to third base.

From Los Angeles Times

Adames brings uncommon power for a shortstop and also uncommon swing and miss — he’s struck out more than 150 times in five seasons.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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