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Definitions

pitcher

[pich-er] / ˈpɪtʃ ər /
NOUN
jug
Synonyms
STRONG
amphora bottle canteen carafe container crock cruet decanter ewer flagon flask jar vase vessel
NOUN
baseball pitcher
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ace baseball player reliever
STRONG
closer hurler
WEAK
knuckleballer middle reliever

Example Sentences

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But he has begun the season with his most preposterous goal yet: MLB’s best hitter also wants to be recognized as MLB’s best pitcher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

He has entered 2026 with perhaps his most preposterous goal yet: MLB’s best hitter also wants to be recognized as MLB’s best pitcher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

They have Paul Skenes, perhaps MLB’s best pitcher, for at least four more seasons.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Fiery pitcher Tanner Brown, who is 2-0 with a 1.94 ERA, won’t smile unless his mission has been accomplished.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

I get a serving tray with a pitcher of lemonade and two glasses and serve them.

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson

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