semiball

/sɛmɪbɔːl/

Definitions

1. noun

A ball or sphere that is partially solid or hollow.

“The artist created a semiball sculpture using layers of clay.”

2. noun

In baseball, a hit that is caught but still allows the batter to reach base.

“The player managed to get on base with a semiball in the bottom of the ninth inning.”

Synonyms

  • hollow sphere
  • partially solid ball

Antonyms

  • fully solid ball
  • solid sphere