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bowler

noun bowl·er \ ˈbō-lər \

Definition of bowler

: a person who bowls; specifically : the player who delivers the ball to the batsman in cricket

First Known Use of bowler

circa 1518

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bowler

noun bow·ler \ ˈbō-lər \

Definition of bowler

: derby 4

Origin and Etymology of bowler

Bowler, 19th century family of English hatters

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