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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The center fielder’s name has been tossed around in trade talks since the offseason. Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025 Center fielder Forrest Wall (.787 OPS) drove in four runs on three hits, including his third homer. Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2025 That became official on Thursday night, as Major League Baseball announced that the Yankees‘ right fielder led all players in the first phase of voting for the All-Star Game, which will take place at Atlanta’s Truist Park on July 15. Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 26 June 2025 Center fielder Kameron Misner was jut sent down and Chandler Simpson was just called back up to take his place. Daniel R. Epstein, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025 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 30 Jun. 2025.

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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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