centerfield

/ˈsɛntərˌfild/
noun
  1. The part of a baseball field beyond the infield and between left field and right field; the area directly behind second base.
    • The batter hit a deep fly ball to centerfield.
    • The centerfield grass is perfectly mowed for the championship game.
    • He sprinted from centerfield to catch the ball before it hit the ground.
  2. The position of the player who defends that area in baseball or softball.
    • The coach moved him to centerfield because of his speed.
    • A good centerfield needs to cover a lot of ground.
    • She plays centerfield for her high school team.
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