Definition

A type of baseball play where a ball is hit high into the air and caught by a fielder, leading to an out.

Example

The batter hit a popout, and the fielder easily caught it for the out.

Conversation

Did you see that last play in the game?

Yeah, it was crazy! That popout was unexpected.

I know, right? I thought they were going to score for sure.

Same here! But that catch really turned the game around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Popout → It is formed from "pop" (meaning to make a sudden, sharp sound) and "out" (meaning away from the inside). The word "popout" describes something that suddenly emerges or appears from within.

Memory Tip

Think of something making a sudden sound ('pop') as it comes 'out' from inside — that's why popout means to suddenly appear.

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