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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Rebuilding the bullpen after the Twins dealt five relievers at the trade deadline was a major focus of the offseason, and many of the roster moves to address it were completed over the past month. Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 25 Feb. 2026 Impending decisions The Padres are getting calls on their relievers. Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026 Targac gives up a double to center, and that'll be it for the freshman, with right-handed reliever Cade Smith taking the mound. Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026 Several young relievers, like Baumler, will be given a chance to audition. Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 24 Feb. 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 27 Feb. 2026.

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