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)

Examples of fielder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Jarett Boswell sends a deep line drive over the center fielder to walk it off. Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2024 The Rockies tacked on another run in the sixth on Montero’s double over the head of center fielder Dylan Carlson’s head, followed by Jake Cave’s RBI single to center. Patrick Saunders, The Denver Post, 8 June 2024 His defense was considered league average for a right fielder during his tenure, but his offense never showed up. Craig Mish, Miami Herald, 4 June 2024 Tatis, who has become a great right fielder, hasn’t been the same with the bat since his three wrist surgeries and motorcycle stupidity. Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for fielder 

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'fielder.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fielder was in 1832

Dictionary Entries Near fielder

Cite this Entry

“Fielder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fielder. Accessed 20 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

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

More from Merriam-Webster on fielder

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!