batsman

noun

bats·​man ˈbats-mən How to pronounce batsman (audio)
: a batter especially in cricket

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New Zealand legend Martin Crowe died of cancer at the age of 53 in 2016 and England’s world-class former batsman Graham Thorpe tragically took his own life in August. Tim Ellis, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024 With the more hitter-friendly environment, and balls typically flying better in high temperatures, Rays batsmen have reason to be excited. Marc Topkin, Orlando Sentinel, 25 Nov. 2024 In 7 1/3 innings, Leiter has allowed five runs on 13 hits, four walks and two hit batsmen. Chris Kirschner, The Athletic, 14 Aug. 2024 The Kiwis were street-smart and nullified home advantage with top-order batsmen who set totals up and a dream seam team with a bang-on frontline spinner. Tim Ellis, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for batsman 

Word History

First Known Use

1756, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of batsman was in 1756

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“Batsman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/batsman. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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