Leadoff

adj, noun

adj, noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of lead off. alt-of, alternative
Adjective
  1. 1
    Beginning something by leading the way. not-comparable

    "The leadoff batter began the inning with a double, setting a good example for the following players."

Example

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"The leadoff batter began the inning with a double, setting a good example for the following players."

Related phrases

leadoff hitter

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