Definition of shortstops:
(n) :
(baseball) The infield defensive player that stands between the second baseman and the third baseman.
(n) :
(figuratively) A nimble defender.
(n) :
(gambling) A player who is short of money.
(v) :
Alternative form of short-stop (to play shortstop). [To stop (a process, trip, trajectory, etc.) before it complete; to cause to stop short.]
(v) :
Alternative form of short-stop (to cause to stop short). [To stop (a process, trip, trajectory, etc.) before it complete; to cause to stop short.]