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Meaning of pinch-hit

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pinch-hit

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To bat in place of another player

    Example: Jones pinch-hit for Smith in the sixth.

  2. To do something in the place of another person who is not able to perform or is less skilled; to substitute or stand in for somebody.

    Example: Jones pinch-hit for Smith during today's presentation.