infielder
Translation
infielder
Examples
The infielder made a great play at second base.
The infielder made a great play at second base.
Grammar Patterns
((an infielder)) a player in baseball who plays in the infield The infielder is a key player on the team.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shortstop, second baseman (specific types)
Etymology
From 'in-' (inside) + 'field' + '-er' (a person who does something). A person who plays inside the main area of a baseball field.
Memory Tips
Picture the 'in-field' of a baseball diamond. An infielder is a player *in* that area.