double off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
After a fly ball is caught, to tag the base (a runner) was on at the time of the pitch, thereby causing them to be out for failure to tag up.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The fielder doubled the runner off for the second out.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “double off” mean?
After a fly ball is caught, to tag the base (a runner) was on at the time of the pitch, thereby causing them to be out for failure to tag up.
Is “double off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.