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Backstop
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a precaution in case of an emergency
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(baseball) the fence or wall behind home plate that stops wild pitches and protects spectators
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(baseball) the catcher, who stands behind home plate and is responsible for catching pitches, preventing passed balls, and managing the defense
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act as a backstop
Example
The ball bounced off the backstop after the wild pitch.
With runners on base, the backstop signaled to the infield for defensive positioning.
They installed a new backstop to improve safety.
The backstop's leadership behind the plate helped guide the pitching staff through tough situations.
He retrieved the ball quickly after it hit the backstop.
