bleacher

noun

bleach·​er ˈblē-chər 

1

: one that bleaches or is used in bleaching

2

: a usually uncovered stand of tiered planks providing seating for spectators

—usually used in plural

bleacherite

ˈblē-chə-ˌrīt 

noun

Examples of bleacher in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

How were two women shot while sitting in the bleachers of the former Guaranteed Rate Field that August? —Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025

My Red Sox passion is documented as far back as age 5 via a photo sitting in the bleachers with my family in 1970. —Bill Speros, Boston Herald, 23 Mar. 2025

In lieu of narrative progression, Lund is singularly intent on generating an atmosphere that makes the viewer feel like they’re perched in the bleachers. —David Sims, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2025

More than 500 fans filled the bleachers to witness the Cruise go into hyperdrive in the second half and run away with a 110-97 victory. —Mirjam Swanson, Orange County Register, 11 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

bleach entry 1 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1550, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for bleacher

• creature
• feature
• preacher
• reacher
• teacher
• schoolteacher

Kids Definition

bleacher

noun

bleach·​er ˈblē-chər 

: a usually open stand of benches arranged like steps for people to watch from (as at a game)

—usually used in plural