reliever
noun
Simple meaning
A baseball player who comes in to pitch later in a game.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
reeleeverSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ɹiˈlivɚ
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Definition
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noun
chiefly medicine
Something which relieves (pain, etc.).
baseball
A pitcher who does not start the game
Someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
Someone who fills in for another.
baseball
A relief pitcher.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Primarily written
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Provide physical relief, as from pain.
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