bullpen

/ˈbʊlpɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of baseball players who relieve the starting pitchers in a game.

“The team’s bullpen struggled to keep up with the opponent’s high-scoring offense.”

2. noun

A group of writers or editors who work on a project, especially in a newspaper or magazine.

“The newsroom’s bullpen was buzzing with activity as the deadline approached.”

3. noun

A pen or enclosure where bulls are kept, especially on a ranch or in a bullring.

“The ranch had a large bullpen for breeding and training its prize bulls.”

Synonyms

  • corral
  • pen
  • stable

Antonyms

  • free
  • loose