Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inswing
Noun
/ˈɪnˌswɪŋ/
Definition
A term used primarily in baseball and sports to describe a pitch or a movement that curves inward toward the batter or player.
Examples
- The pitcher threw an inswing that caught the batter by surprise.
- Her inswing serve in tennis often confuses her opponents.
- In cricket, the inswing delivery can mislead even the best batsman.
Meaning
Inswing refers to the action or movement of a ball, especially in sports like baseball or cricket, where the ball swings or curves inwards, making it more challenging for the player to hit or catch it.
Synonyms
- Inward swing
- Curving pitch
- Curveball
