fielder

noun

field·​er ˈfēl-dər 

: one that fields

especially : a defensive player stationed in the field (as in baseball)

Examples of fielder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Center fielder Garrett Mitchell followed Bauers’ blast with one of his own, taking Snell deep for a solo home run to put the Brewers up 4-2. — Ryan Canfield Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026

His +14 defensive runs saved rank second among all MLB right fielders. — Todd Feurer, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

Things nearly got even worse for the Rays in the ninth, when Caminero and left fielder Jonny DeLuca collided while chasing Brayan Rocchio’s foul ball. — ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026

Braves center fielder Michael Harris II has never shied away from his love for Atlanta. — Lawrence Price, AJC.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing fielder

• fielder's choice

Rhymes for fielder

• wielder
• outfielder

Kids Definition

fielder

noun

field·​er ˈfēl-dər 

: one that fields

especially : a baseball player stationed in the outfield while the opposing team is at bat