shortstop

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   The infield defensive player that stands between the second baseman and the third baseman.
2. 2
   A nimble defender.
3. 3
   A player who is short of money.

Verb

1. 1
   Alternative form of short-stop (to play shortstop).
2. 2
   Alternative form of short-stop (to cause to stop short).