Definition

Describing a player or team that has not achieved any hits in a game or over a certain period.

Example

The pitcher was impressive, leading to a hitless game for the opposing team.

Conversation

Did you see that game last night?

Yeah, I can't believe they were hitless the entire match!

I know, it's so rare for them to have a game like that.

Totally! I hope they bounce back in their next game.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hitless → It is formed from "hit" (from Old English "hyttan", meaning to strike or touch) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "hitless" means without a hit or strike, often used in contexts like sports to describe a player who has not made a hit.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'hit' — that's what hitless means.

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