Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
baserunning
noun
/ˈbeɪsˌrʌnɪŋ/
Definition
Baserunning refers to the act of running between bases during a baseball or softball game.
Examples
- Good baserunning can make the difference in a tight game.
- He showed excellent baserunning skills by stealing second base.
- The coach emphasized the importance of baserunning during practice.
Meaning
In baseball and softball, baserunning is crucial for advancing runners around the bases and scoring runs. It involves both the strategy of when to leave a base and how to effectively navigate between them.
Synonyms
- running the bases
- base running
- base path running
