1. A baseball pitch thrown with the ball held between the index and middle fingers spread wide apart, causing it to drop sharply as it approaches the batter.
Usage: sports; baseball

Examples

• The pitcher threw a forkball that dropped out of the strike zone at the last moment.
• A well-executed forkball is difficult for batters to hit because of its sudden downward movement.
• He developed a devastating forkball during his time in the minor leagues.
• The catcher called for a forkball on the 2-1 count.
• Young pitchers often struggle to control the forkball due to the unusual grip required.