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fielded

 

[ ˈfiːldɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

sports context

Fielded is the past tense of the verb field, which is commonly used in sports such as cricket and baseball. In this context, it refers to the act of catching or stopping the ball played by the opposing team. A player who has fielded the ball may then throw it to another player or attempt to make an out. The term is vital in understanding the defensive actions taken during a game.

Synonyms

caught, received, stopped

Examples of usage

  • He fielded the ball with precision.
  • She fielded aggressively to prevent runs.
  • The outfielder fielded the fly ball easily.

Translations

Translations of the word "fielded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 campo

🇮🇳 क्षेत्र में

🇩🇪 feld

🇮🇩 lapangan

🇺🇦 польовий

🇵🇱 pole

🇯🇵 フィールドの

🇫🇷 champ

🇪🇸 campo

🇹🇷 saha

🇰🇷 필드

🇸🇦 الميدان

🇨🇿 pole

🇸🇰 pole

🇨🇳 田野

🇸🇮 polje

🇮🇸 svið

🇰🇿 алаң

🇬🇪 ველი

🇦🇿 sahə

🇲🇽 campo

Etymology

The word 'field' originates from the Old English 'feld', meaning an open or cleared area. Over time, it evolved to encompass not just the physical space but also activities occurring within that space, especially in relation to sports. The verb form emerged to describe the action taken by players on a sports field, particularly in contexts where players are required to handle the ball or prevent it from reaching certain areas. As various sports developed, the term 'fielded' became more specialized, reflecting the dynamics of teamwork and strategy involved in games like cricket, baseball, and soccer. The continuous evolution of language within sports has led to the widespread understanding of fielding as a crucial defensive skill.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,827, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.