Pronunciation: /ˈdʌɡˌaʊt/

Definitions of dugout

noun a low shelter or hideout, especially one used by soldiers or sports teams

Example Sentences

A1 The baseball players sat in the dugout cheering for their team.

A2 The coach called the players into the dugout for a team meeting.

B1 The dugout provided shelter from the rain during the game.

B2 The dugout was filled with equipment and supplies for the players.

C1 The dugout was renovated to include new seating and amenities.

C2 The dugout offered a prime view of the field for VIP guests.

verb None

Example Sentences

A1 The archaeologist dugout an ancient artifact from the ground.

A2 The children dugout a small hole in the sand to bury their treasure.

B1 The miners dugout a tunnel to access the underground coal deposits.

B2 The construction workers dugout a foundation for the new building.

C1 The team dugout a trench for the new irrigation system on the farm.

C2 The explorers dugout a cave entrance to explore the underground network.

adjective None

Example Sentences

A1 The players sat in the dugout, waiting for their turn to bat.

A2 The coach stored the equipment in the dugout area.

B1 The team celebrated their victory in the dugout after the game.

B2 The dugout seats were uncomfortable, but the players didn't mind.

C1 The dugout atmosphere was tense as the game went into extra innings.

C2 The dugout strategy session proved to be crucial in the team's comeback win.

adverb None

Example Sentences

A1 The baseball players sat in the dugout, waiting for their turn to bat.

A2 The coach yelled instructions to the players from the dugout.

B1 The team huddled in the dugout, strategizing their next move.

B2 The injured player watched the game from the dugout, eager to get back on the field.

C1 The manager made crucial decisions from the dugout, guiding the team to victory.

C2 The dugout served as a sanctuary for the players, a place to regroup and refocus during intense games.

pronoun None

Example Sentences

A1 The dugout is where the players sit during the game.

A2 I left my water bottle in the dugout.

B1 The coach called the players from the dugout to discuss the game plan.

B2 The dugout was filled with excitement as the team scored a winning goal.

C1 The dugout provides shelter from the sun for the players during hot summer games.

C2 The dugout's design was modern and comfortable, with padded seats and a roof to protect from rain.

preposition None

Example Sentences

A1 The baseball players sat in the dugout.

A2 The coach called the players from the dugout.

B1 The team gathered in the dugout to discuss their strategy.

B2 The injured player watched the game from the dugout.

C1 The manager made important decisions from the dugout.

C2 The dugout provided a sheltered spot for the team to regroup.

conjunction None

Example Sentences

A1 I went to the dugout and grabbed my baseball bat.

A2 The coach called for a time-out so the players could regroup in the dugout.

B1 The team celebrated their victory in the dugout after the game.

B2 The players sat quietly in the dugout, mentally preparing for the next inning.

C1 The manager held a meeting in the dugout to discuss strategy for the upcoming playoffs.

C2 Despite the rain, the team huddled together in the dugout, determined to finish the game.

interjection None

Example Sentences

A1 Dugout! I found a cool shell on the beach.

A2 Dugout! Look at that huge wave coming towards us.

B1 Dugout! Be careful, there's a snake near the trail.

B2 Dugout! Did you see that amazing goal in the match?

C1 Dugout! I can't believe we made it to the top of the mountain.

C2 Dugout! The orchestra's performance was truly breathtaking.

article None

Example Sentences

A1 The baseball players sat in the dugout waiting for their turn to bat.

A2 The coach yelled instructions to the players from the dugout.

B1 The dugout provided shelter from the rain during the game.

B2 The team celebrated their victory in the dugout after the game.

C1 The dugout was equipped with heaters to keep the players warm during cold games.

C2 The dugout had a mini fridge stocked with drinks and snacks for the players.

Examples of dugout in a Sentence

formal The team gathered in the dugout to discuss their game strategy.

informal Let's chill in the dugout between innings.

slang I snagged a foul ball in the dugout during the game.

figurative She felt like she was in the dugout while waiting for her turn to speak at the meeting.

Grammatical Forms of dugout

past tense

dugout

plural

dugouts

comparative

more dugout

superlative

most dugout

present tense

dugout

future tense

will dugout

perfect tense

have dugout

continuous tense

is digging out

singular

dugout

positive degree

dugout

infinitive

to dugout

gerund

digging out

participle

dugout

Origin and Evolution of dugout

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'dugout' originated from the practice of digging out a shelter or dwelling in the ground or a hillside.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a shelter dug out of the ground, the term 'dugout' has evolved to also refer to a type of boat or canoe made by hollowing out a large log. It has further evolved to describe a type of seating area in sports stadiums located below ground level.