Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

base on balls

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.41 in modern English

Syllables
base on balls
IPA
15
Scrabble Score
11
Letters
1
Syllables
7
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

An instance where the batter is allowed to go directly to first base without the possibility of being put out, due to the opposing pitcher delivering four balls.

Inflected Forms

bases on balls (plural)

Phrases

catcher interference hit by pitch times on base

Frequently Paired Words

catcher interference hit by pitch times on base

Synonyms

walk pass

Questions

What does base on balls mean?
An instance where the batter is allowed to go directly to first base without the possibility of being put out, due to the opposing pitcher delivering four balls.

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