Hitter

usgb/ˈhɪtər/
noun

In sports, particularly in baseball, a person who hits the ball.

He is the best hitter on the team because he always hits the ball out of the park.
Visual representation of "hitter" - In sports, particularly in baseball, a person who hits the ball.

Often appears as...

  • lead-off hitter
  • clean-up hitter
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Baseball Specific

Use 'hitter' primarily with baseball and similar bat-and-ball sports.

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She's an awesome hitter in softball too.
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Positional Variation

'Hitter' in baseball can signify a player's lineup position or role.

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He's batting as the lead-off hitter today.
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Skill Emphasis

Use 'hitter' to emphasize skill in making contact with the ball.

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The coach praised her as a consistent hitter.
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