Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

center field

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.91 in modern English

Syllables
cen-ter -field
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
11
Letters
3
Syllables
9
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The part of a baseball field which is beyond the infield and straight ahead left if you stand on home plate and face the pitcher.

noun

The defensive position in the outfield in the middle, typically played by a player that can run fast.

noun

A central role in some activity that requires speed.

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What does center field mean?
The part of a baseball field which is beyond the infield and straight ahead left if you stand on home plate and face the pitcher.

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