noun as in strong fondness

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Example:The umpire called the pitch a ball, which gave the batter first base.

Definition:A person who makes decisions in a game or contest, especially in baseball.

From umpire

Example:He volunteers for umpiring baseball games every Saturday.

Definition:The act or duty of being an umpire.

From umpiring

Example:The fans were split on the umpire's call regarding the controversial play at second base.

Definition:A decision made by an umpire, often used to refer to a particular decision that may be controversial.

From umpire's call