Dictionary Check: mound

"mound" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 11 points

Definition

noun

(baseball) the slight elevation on which the pitcher stands

Synonyms:
noun

a small natural hill

noun

a collection of objects laid on top of each other

noun

structure consisting of an artificial heap or bank usually of earth or stones

Example: "they built small mounds to hide behind"
Synonyms:
noun

the position on a baseball team of the player who throws the ball for a batter to try to hit

Example: "he has played every position except pitcher"
Synonyms:
verb

form into a rounded elevation

Example: "mound earth"

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