misfield

/ˈmɪsfɪld/

Definitions

1. verb

to fail to catch or stop a ball hit in a game, especially cricket or baseball

“The batter misfielded the easy catch, allowing the runner to reach base safely.”

2. noun

a ball that has been misfielded

“The misfield was picked up by the opposing team’s player and thrown to the base.”

Synonyms

  • drop
  • fumble

Antonyms

  • catch
  • field