reliever

noun

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

Examples of reliever in a Sentence

pain relievers like aspirin and ibuprofen Exercise is a good stress reliever.
Recent Examples on the Web Running is also a stress reliever and a way to make friends during a loneliness crisis and remote work era. Sabrina Moreno, Axios, 22 July 2024 With a rotating cast of rookies, a converted reliever and 12 bullpen games in the other four rotation spots, the right-hander from Rocklin has accounted for more than one in every four innings thrown by Giants starting pitchers this season. Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 18 July 2024 Pain relievers like Advil (ibuprofen) and getting rest can help ease the discomfort.11 Pneumonia Pneumonia, an infection of the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, causes symptoms like chest pain, cough, fever, and difficulty breathing. Sarah Jividen, Health, 18 July 2024 The 6-foot-3 junior went 2-3 with a 3.63 ERA in 29 appearances as a reliever this past season. Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 16 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for reliever 

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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 26 Jul. 2024.

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