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shortstop

/ˈʃɔːrtˌstoʊp/ noun · British & US
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What does shortstop mean?

noun

A baseball player who covers the area between second and third base, often considered the most difficult defensive position in the game.

Example

"The shortstop made a spectacular play to catch a line drive and save the game."

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