righty

noun

plural righties

Examples of righty in a Sentence

Our starting pitcher is a righty.
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Anthony Seigler singled and advanced to second on a wild pitch by righty Zach Agnos, who pitched three innings. Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 24 June 2026 At least one body is needed on the left side of the defense, and perhaps a righty if Schneider or Borgen are traded. Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 23 June 2026 Carson Benge hit a solo shot off former Mets righty Zack Wheeler in the third inning to supply the visitors with their only run of the night. Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 22 June 2026 There was already one vacancy with righty Andrew Painter being optioned (on Wednesday). Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for righty

Word History

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of righty was in 1949

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“Righty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/righty. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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