shortstop
US /ˈʃɔːrt.stɑːp/
UK /ˈʃɔːrt.stɑːp/

1.
a baseball player who plays at shortstop
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The shortstop made a diving play to catch the line drive.
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A good shortstop needs quick reflexes and a strong arm.
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a baseball player who plays at shortstop