long off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
a fielding position on the off side, about 70° forward of square, designed to prevent runs from drives or to catch lofted drives
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “long off” mean?
a fielding position on the off side, about 70° forward of square, designed to prevent runs from drives or to catch lofted drives
Is “long off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.