Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hitter

noun

/ˈhɪtər/

Definition

A person or thing that hits.

Examples

The hitter swung at the pitch and sent the ball flying over the outfield.
She’s one of the best hitters on the team.
In boxing, a powerful hitter can change the outcome of a match with a single punch.

Meaning

In baseball or cricket, a hitter refers to a player whose role is to hit the ball when it is pitched or bowled. It can also refer to someone who strikes out in a physical sense.