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Innings

UK //ˈɪnɪŋz// US //ˈɪnɪŋz// Pronunciation

Definition

A period of play in certain sports, especially in baseball or cricket.

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In simple words: A period of play in a game, especially in baseball.

Examples

• In the last innings, the team scored three runs to win the match.
• She played wonderfully during her innings, securing the team's victory.
• Each innings in cricket allows both teams a chance to score.
• The crowd cheered as the innings concluded with a spectacular catch.
• We discussed the strategy for the upcoming innings during practice.

Usage notes

Used primarily in baseball and cricket. Less formal in casual discussions. Not used in every sport context.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'in' as in a game, and 'nings' as the actions happening inside.

Collocations

• batting innings
• fielding innings
• one-day innings

Synonyms

• period
• game
• session

Common mistakes

• Using 'innings' in singular form incorrectly; it is always plural.
• Confusing with 'inning' in sports where the term is not applicable.
• Mispronouncing due to unfamiliarity with sports terminology.