Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

southpaw

[south-paw] / ˈsaʊθˌpɔ /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In first-class cricket since the start of 2024, the top-order southpaw is averaging 50.35 across 32 matches, recording eight centuries and eight half-centuries in this timeframe.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

The diminutive southpaw came out of retirement last year.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Some will say players should not be involved, that it’s a management decision high above the pay grade of the average southpaw or slugger.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

Last year, after not being able to come to terms with relief pitcher Alex Vesia by the deadline, the southpaw and the team came to an agreement a few weeks later, avoiding a hearing altogether.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

The one who’d taught me how to pitch, and me a southpaw.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson




Vocabulary lists containing southpaw


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "southpaw" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com