Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
line drive
noun
/ˈlaɪn ˌdraɪv/
Definition
A line drive is a hard-hit baseball that travels in a straight path close to the ground.
Examples
- The batter smashed a line drive into the gap between the outfielders.
- He hit a line drive that flew past the shortstop.
- During the game, a series of line drives led the team to victory.
Meaning
In baseball, a line drive is usually hit with a lot of speed and has little elevation, making it difficult for infielders to catch.
Synonyms
- hard hit
- ground ball
- sharp hit
