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 Daulton Varsho raced to make an excellent catch before running into the wall. — ABC News, 8 July 2026

After a one-out walk to George Springer, Varsho’s RBI single dropped in front of sliding right fielder Jung Hoo Lee. — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 8 July 2026

The Braves’ star center fielder accurately predicted the score of England’s 3-2 win over Mexico in the round of 16 on Sunday. — Fisher Isbell, AJC.com, 7 July 2026

Former Red Sox prospect Kyle Teel drove in a run on a fielder’s choice to avert the shutout, but right-hander Justin Slaten still faced a tough situation with runners at the corners and one out when he was summoned to put out the fire. — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 7 July 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