closer

noun

clos·​er ˈklō-zər 

: one that closes

especially : a relief pitcher who specializes in finishing games

Examples of closer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With closers behind him and speed in front, Nysos moved into the far turn with his work cut out. — Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026

Is Potente good enough to make the first move, take the lead and then hold off the talented closers? — Steve Kornacki, NBC news, 1 May 2026

Tyrese Maxey Gilgeous-Alexander has established himself as one of the most lethal closers in the game. — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026

Kimbrel, who will be 38 next week, has 440 career saves, the second-most among all active closers and the fifth-most in baseball history. — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 22 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing closer

• on closer inspection

Rhymes for closer

• grocer
• grosser
• greengrocer