Definition

In baseball, it refers to a pitch thrown high and away from the batter to help the catcher throw out a runner. In football, it is a lateral pass from one back to another behind the line of scrimmage.

Example

The pitcher threw a pitchout to give the catcher a better chance to catch the runner stealing.

Conversation

Did you see that last game? They used a pitchout to catch the runner off guard.

Yeah, that was a smart move by the catcher!

I think they should use more pitchouts to keep the other team guessing.

Definitely! It adds an extra layer of strategy to the game.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pitchout → The word is formed from "pitch" (from Old English *piccean*, meaning to throw or toss) and "out" (meaning away from the inside). The term "pitchout" refers to a throw made away from the inside, often used in baseball to describe a specific type of pitch.

Memory Tip

Think of 'throwing' ('pitch') something 'away' ('out') — that's why a pitchout is a throw made away from the inside.

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