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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This offseason, the Royals have improved their roster by adding outfielder Isaac Collins and reliever Nick Mears from the Milwaukee Brewers. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 15 Dec. 2025 The reliever market is very deep this winter, so New York does have plenty of options to choose from. Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025 Two-time All-Star reliever Robert Suarez and the Atlanta Braves have agreed to a $45 million, three-year contract. CBS News, 11 Dec. 2025 On Tuesday, three-time All-Star reliever Edwin Diaz reportedly signed a three-year, $69 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers after spending seven seasons with the Mets. Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025 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 20 Dec. 2025.

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