safe hit
noun
Pronunciation: seɪf hɪt
Definition
A batted ball that allows the batter to reach base safely, typically first base, without the benefit of an error by the defensive team.
Examples
The shortstop made a diving catch, but the next batter managed a safe hit into left field.
With two outs and a runner on second, a safe hit drove in the go-ahead run.
He's not a power hitter, but he consistently gets on base with a safe hit.
How to Use safe hit
- safe hit (collocation)
- a hit that allows the batter to reach base safely — "The outfielder misjudged the fly ball, resulting in a safe hit for the batter."
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