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 most recent was an $86 million, seven-year deal for left fielder Tyler Soderstrom, the richest in team history. Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026 The funny thing was, originally, a huge part of the story was [Phillies left fielder and hitter] Kyle Schwarber is in a slump, and Barbara — who is the consummate Phillies fan. Katie Campione, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026 Friedl is still likely the team’s Opening Day center fielder, but Myers is an above-average defender and can play there. C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026 But nothing quite compares to what’s next for the former Yankees center fielder. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 3 Jan. 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 10 Jan. 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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