center field vs par

center field

noun
  • The defensive position in the outfield in the middle, typically played by a player that can run fast. 

  • The part of a baseball field which is beyond the infield and straight ahead left if you stand on home plate and face the pitcher. 

  • A central role in some activity that requires speed. 

par

noun
  • A hole in which a player achieves par. 

  • An amount which is taken as an average or mean. 

  • Equal value; equality of nominal and actual value; the value expressed on the face or in the words of a certificate of value, as a bond or other commercial paper. 

  • The allotted number of strokes to reach the hole. 

  • Equality of condition or circumstances. 

verb
  • To reach the hole in the allotted number of strokes. 

prep
  • By; with. 

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