ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
Etymology: in (IV) + field
1.
a. : a field near a farmhouse
b. : land regularly manured and used year after year for the same crop (as hay or fruit)
2.
a.
(1) : the area of a cricket field relatively near the wickets
(2) : a fieldsman stationed there — contrasted with outfield
b.
(1) : the area of a baseball or softball field enclosed by the three bases and home plate : diamond
(2) : the defensive positions comprising first base, second base, shortstop, and third base
a strong infield
— contrasted with outfield
3. : the area enclosed by a racetrack or running track