Meaning of the word "fly ball" in English

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

fly ball

US /ˈflaɪ bɔːl/

UK /ˈflaɪ bɔːl/

a baseball hit high in the air with a trajectory that allows a fielder to catch it before it hits the ground

Example:

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The batter hit a towering fly ball to center field.

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The outfielder made a spectacular catch on the fly ball.

Synonym:

pop fly pop-up