1. to catch or stop a ball in baseball or cricket
Usage: sports
2. to deal with or respond to questions, requests, or problems
3. to put a team or player into a game or competition
Usage: sports

Examples

• The shortstop fielded the ground ball cleanly.
• She fielded several difficult questions during the interview.
• The coach fielded his best players for the championship game.
• He fielded the pop fly with ease.
• The spokesperson fielded calls from reporters all morning.
• The team fielded nine players on defense.
• The candidate fielded tough questions about the economy.