The long field on the on-side, is stationed at a great distance from the striker, and on the other side of the bowler from the man last mentioned.
After every four halls have been bowled, the umpire calls “Over!” when the whole party, who are seeking out, (with the exception, of course, of the bowler and wicket-keeper) change their positions to the opposite quarters of the field.
[Note.—The reader who may desire farther information respecting the laws of this game, with instructions to the young player, is referred to a little work entitled “The Young Cricketer’s Tutor, by John Nyren, who was for many years a player in the celebrated old Hambledon Club.”]
Crimp, v. To make several cuts across the spine of a fish when just taken out of the water, by which it is rendered firmer when produced at table.
Crimson, s. Red, somewhat darkened with blue; red in general.
Crinose, a. Hairy, full of hair.
Cripple, v. To lame, to make lame.
Croak, v. To make a hoarse low noise like a frog; to caw or cry as a raven or crow.
Crook, s. Any crooked or bent instrument; a sheep-hook; any thing bent.
Crop, s. The craw of a bird.