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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Manager Steve O’Neill called on just one pinch-hitter for the Tigers: slugger Hank Greenberg — three weeks removed from military service in World War II — who entered for left fielder Jimmy Outlaw in the 22nd inning. Ryan Ford, Freep.com, 22 July 2025 Right fielder Braedon Karpathios (.799 OPS) went 2-for-4 with a walk, a run scored and his sixth steal. Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2025 Shortstop Ezequiel Tovar and center fielder Brenton Doyle were tagged as the Rockies’ future. Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 19 July 2025 Although that isn't ideal, remember that the Dodgers' current left fielder is Michael Conforto, along with his .184 average and -0.6 bWAR. Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fielder

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 25 Jul. 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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