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Dinger

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What Is The Definition Of Dinger In Baseball?What Is A Dinger In Baseball? Definition & Meaning On SportsLingo

1. A dinger in baseball is another name for home run.

Although the origin of this term is unknown, one theory is that this term is a variation of the word, “humdinger”. With humdinger referring to a person or thing that is outstanding and remarkable, a dinger would be a shortened version of this to describe a remarkable and outstanding hit (which would be a home run).

Example Of How Dinger Is Used In Commentary

1. Thomas gets all of that and sends a dinger straight into the left field upper deck.

Also Known As:

1. Home Run

Sports The Term Is Used

1. Baseball
2. Softball

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