What is another word for bunts?

Pronunciation: [bˈʌnts] (IPA)

The word bunts refers to a strategy used in baseball to tap the ball lightly and quickly towards a specific direction with the bat. Some synonyms for bunts include sacrifice bunts, drag bunts, push bunts, slap bunts, and safety bunts. A sacrifice bunt is when a batter intentionally hits the ball in a spot where they can advance a teammate on base. A drag bunt involves the batter dragging the ball along the ground to first base. Push bunts are when the batter uses their hands to push the ball into a specific spot. A slap bunt is when the batter hits the ball with an open hand. Lastly, a safety bunt is when the batter attempts to reach base when no other options are available.

What are the hypernyms for Bunts?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Bunts

He learned from this past-master in the art how to keep the batter "hugging first"; the surest way of handling bunts; the quick return of the ball for the third strike before the unsuspecting batter can get "set," and a dozen other features of "inside stuff" that in a close game might easily turn the scale.
"Bert Wilson's Fadeaway Ball"
J. W. Duffield

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