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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

stolen base

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.32 in modern English

Syllables
stolen base
IPA
12
Scrabble Score
10
Letters
1
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A play where a runner on any base runs to the next base, usually while the pitcher pitches to a batter. Such a runner is liable to be put out if tagged with the ball while not in contact with any base.

Example Sentences

Inflected Forms

stolen bases (plural)

Frequently Paired Words

caught stealing when a runner is unsuccessful and is thrown out defensive indifference when the runner is not credited with a stolen base because the team playing the field did not try to stop the steal

Synonyms

steal

Questions

What does stolen base mean?
A play where a runner on any base runs to the next base, usually while the pitcher pitches to a batter. Such a runner is liable to be put out if tagged with the ball while not in contact with any base.

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