Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sandlot-baseball
noun
/ˈsænˌlɒt ˈbeɪbɔːl/
Definition
Sandlot baseball refers to informal games of baseball played in open spaces, often organized spontaneously by children or young adults, rather than in official leagues or clubs.
Examples
- Growing up, we spent most of our summers playing sandlot baseball in the neighborhood park.
- After school, the kids would gather in the sandlot to play baseball until dusk.
- Sandlot baseball allowed us to hone our skills without the pressure of organized sports.
Meaning
It’s often characterized by a casual atmosphere, where the focus is on fun and participation rather than strict adherence to rules and formal competition.
Synonyms
- pick-up baseball
- informal baseball
- street baseball
- casual baseball
