What is another word for baseman?

Pronunciation: [bˈe͡ɪsmən] (IPA)

Baseman is a term commonly used in baseball to refer to a player who defends the area around the first, second, or third base. However, there are multiple synonyms that can be used to replace the word baseman. Some of these include first baseman, second baseman, third baseman, corner infielder, infielder, or baserunner. While these words all carry a degree of similarity in meaning, each has its own subtle distinctions that may be important to note. For example, a corner infielder typically specializes in playing first and third bases while a baserunner might be used to refer specifically to a player in the act of running between bases.

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  • Forward Entailment

    • Noun, singular or mass
      base.
  • Other Related

    • Noun, singular or mass
      batter.

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Usage examples for Baseman

"You ought to make a good baseman," Chub said once, looking over his friend with the eye of a connoisseur.
"The Crimson Sweater"
Ralph Henry Barbour
Perhaps the first or second four lost a good oar when Roy chose baseball instead of rowing; be that as it may, it is certain the nine found a good first baseman.
"The Crimson Sweater"
Ralph Henry Barbour
He'll think we were both out fishing and that I went to Mercer's; and instead of being minus a first baseman on Saturday the team will be short a first baseman and a second baseman too; also a captain.
"The Crimson Sweater"
Ralph Henry Barbour

Famous quotes with Baseman

  • The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault.
    Ty Cobb
  • God watches over drunks and third baseman.
    Leo Durocher
  • I played from the time I was seven years old. My father was my first baseman coach. I had opportunities that I never really pursued - with some Miami teams and a few larger colleges, and then I ended up bailing and began cooking.
    Todd English
  • Pop flies, in a sense, are just a diversion for a second baseman. Grounders are his stock trade.
    Jackie Robinson

Related words: baseball player, pitcher, fielder, best outfielder

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