English Explanatory Dictionary

change-up

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A pitch thrown with the arm motion of a fastball, but which travels at a much slower velocity because it is released without the fingers adding power to the delivery.
  2. An unexpected event.

Pronunciation

/ˈtʃeɪndʒʌp/

Word forms

change-up change-ups changeup

Etymology

Deverbal from change up.

Synonyms

change of pace
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