In cricket, the area directly in front of the batter's feet where they can safely defend against bowling; also called the 'block hole.'
Compound of 'block' (defend passively in cricket) and 'hole' (space or area). Cricket terminology that developed as the sport formalized its rules in the 19th century.
In modern cricket, the 'blockhole' has become crucial for defending against super-fast bowling—batters now train specifically to protect this tiny space because one misjudgment means they're out.
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