Meaning of the word "fine leg" in English

What does "fine leg" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fine leg

US /faɪn leɡ/
UK /faɪn leɡ/
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Noun

1.

a fielding position in cricket on the leg side, behind the wicket-keeper and close to the boundary

Example:
The batsman flicked the ball to fine leg for a single.
He placed a fielder at fine leg to prevent boundaries.
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