Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pitchout

noun

ˈpɪtʃˌaʊt

Definition

A type of pitch in baseball where the ball is thrown to the catcher, usually out of the strike zone, to make the base runner advance to the next base.

Examples

The pitcher decided to throw a pitchout when he noticed the runner leading off the base.
During the game, the team successfully executed a pitchout to catch the stealing player.
Using a pitchout can sometimes catch the opposition off guard.

Meaning

In baseball, a pitchout is often used when there is a possibility that a runner will try to steal a base. The intention is to give the catcher an easier throw to the base to tag the runner out.