reliever

noun

re·​liev·​er ri-ˈlē-vər How to pronounce reliever (audio)
Synonyms of relievernext
: one that relieves
especially : relief pitcher

Examples of reliever in a Sentence

pain relievers like aspirin and ibuprofen Exercise is a good stress reliever.
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The streak is the eighth-longest by a reliever in the Expansion Era (1961). Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026 With the Yankees and Astros tied at two in the seventh inning, the Bombers’ backstop pulled a solo home run to right off Houston reliever Kai-Wei Teng. Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026 The Cubs called up right-hander Vince Velasquez from Triple-A Iowa and moved reliever Porter Hodge (Tommy John surgery) to the 60-day IL to open a 40-man roster spot for Velasquez. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026 He was acquired in a trade that sent reliever Angel Zerpa to the Brewers. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reliever

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reliever was in the 15th century

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“Reliever.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reliever. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.

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