Changeup

noun

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounA pitch thrown with the arm motion of a fastball, but which travels at a much slower velocity because it is released without the fingers adding power to the delivery.

"The pitcher had a devastating change-up."

2.noun(by extension) An unexpected event.

"This RFQ is a real change-up."

Synonyms

change of pace switch hitter ephus dropshot punchup daisycutter pinch-hitter switch hit handoff offspin ballplayer ugly-finder

Rhymes With

change up change-up exchange up range up

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