sandlotter

/ˈsændlɒtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, especially a child, who plays baseball or other outdoor games in a vacant lot

“The sandlotter was thrilled to catch the fly ball in the game against the neighborhood rivals.”

2. verb

to engage in informal or casual outdoor games, especially baseball, in a vacant lot

“The kids sandlottered every day after school until the weather got too cold.”

Synonyms

  • neighborhood kid
  • playground
  • yardballer

Antonyms

  • indoor athlete
  • professional player