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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With the Marlins opting for Nardi and John King as their lefty relievers, there was no room for Gibson. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026 The Yankees, meanwhile, are able to carry an extra reliever for the time being. Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026 The Mets have a new ace, two new back-end relievers, a new first baseman, second baseman, third baseman, right fielder and center fielder. Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026 The veteran reliever entertained offers from other contenders, but his first choice was rejoining the Braves. Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 25 Mar. 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 1 Apr. 2026.

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