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Word

RBI

Phoneticsrbi

Definitions

01baseball statistic

B2 · Sport

n. Stands for Run Batted In. In baseball, this is a point a player gets for helping a teammate score a run by hitting the ball.

n. Abbreviation for Run Batted In. A statistic in baseball that credits a batter when their action at the plate causes a run to be scored.

“The star player finished the game with three hits and two RBIs.”

“Despite a low batting average, the outfielder remains valuable to the team because he consistently delivers an RBI in high-pressure situations.”

American English

Usage

Often pronounced as individual letters (R-B-I) or occasionally as 'ribbie' in casual sports talk.

Synonyms

ribbie

03technical safety check

C2 · Science

n. Stands for Risk-Based Inspection. It is a way for companies to check equipment by focusing on the parts most likely to fail.

n. Abbreviation for Risk-Based Inspection. A maintenance strategy used to identify and prioritise the inspection of equipment based on the probability and consequence of failure.

“The factory uses RBI to make sure the most dangerous machines are checked first.”

“Implementing a rigorous RBI programme allowed the refinery to extend the intervals between major shutdowns while maintaining high safety standards.”

Technical

Real-World Examples

“In 2022, India's central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), classified Tata Sons as an "upper layer non-banking financial company" because of its systemic importance and investment activities.”
BBC News · 18 Sept 2026

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