Meaning of the word "right field" in English

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

right field

US /ˌraɪt ˈfiːld/
UK /raɪt fiːld/
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Noun

1.

the part of a baseball field beyond the first and second bases, to the right of the batter from home plate

Example:
The batter hit a long fly ball into right field.
The right fielder made a spectacular diving catch.
2.

a position or area that is considered unconventional, unusual, or outside the mainstream

Example:
His ideas are usually out in right field, but sometimes they work.
That comment was completely out of right field and irrelevant to the discussion.