Definition

A player in baseball who is positioned at first, second, or third base during a game.

Example

The baseman made a great play to catch the ball and tag the runner out.

Conversation

Did you see that last game?

Yeah, the baseman made some incredible plays!

I know, right? He really knows how to cover the bases.

Definitely! I think he’s one of the best in the league.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Baseman** → The word is formed from "base" (from Old French *base*, meaning foundation or bottom) and "man" (from Old English *mann*, meaning person). A baseman is a person who plays at a base in baseball, which serves as a foundational position in the game.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'base' as the foundation in baseball, and 'man' refers to a person. So, a baseman is a person who plays at the foundational base in the game.

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