1. a pitch thrown deliberately wide of home plate to prevent the batter from hitting it and to allow the catcher to throw out a base runner
Usage: baseball

Examples

• The pitcher threw a pitchout when he suspected the runner would steal second base.
• The catcher called for a pitchout to catch the runner off guard.
• A well-timed pitchout helped prevent the stolen base attempt.
• The manager signaled for a pitchout with a runner on first.
• The pitchout sailed wide, giving the catcher a clear throwing lane.
• After two pitchouts, the batter knew they were trying to pick off the runner.