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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Boston got on the board first in the top of the third when speedy outfielder Braiden Ward chopped a ball to the right side of the infield and reached first safely while Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies’ fielder’s choice throw home wasn’t in time to prevent Vinnie Capra from scoring. Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026 Dodgers left fielder Kyle Tucker hit his first home run of spring training to lead off the sixth inning of Friday’s 10-7 win over the Seattle Mariners in Peoria, Ariz. Jack Vita, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026 Athletics center fielder Denzel Clarke can also be a difference maker, especially on defense. Chad Jennings, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026 Marlins outfielder prospect Owen Caissie, who is projected to be Miami’s Opening Day right fielder, was a standout. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fielder

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

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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 20 Mar. 2026.

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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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