fielder

noun

field·​er ˈfēl-dər How to pronounce fielder (audio)
: one that fields
especially : a defensive player stationed in the field (as in baseball)

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Throwing to hitters this early in camp is a positive indicator for the health of the right-hander. – Mendoza spoke to outfielder Starling Marte before the right fielder arrived in camp about his role. Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 15 Feb. 2025 Coaches and teammates noted steady week-to-week improvement in Lee’s game last season and he’s expected to resume his role as the starting center fielder and leadoff hitter. The Athletic Mlb Staff, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025 Robert, Vaughn and left fielder Andrew Benintendi are the three returning players who were in last year’s opening-day lineup. Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025 Several seniors from that team, including center fielder/catcher Samantha Schlueter, third baseman Ella Filk and shortstop Jillian Martinez, but a large group of experienced players return. Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fielder

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fielder was in 1832

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“Fielder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fielder. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.

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fielder

noun
field·​er ˈfēl-dər How to pronounce fielder (audio)
: one that fields
especially : a baseball player stationed in the outfield while the opposing team is at bat

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