Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scorer

noun
/ˈskɔːr.ər/
Definition
A scorer is a person or device that records points or goals in a game or competition.
Examples
  • The top scorer of the tournament received a trophy.
  • In basketball, the scorer is responsible for putting points on the board.
  • She is the leading scorer in her team’s history.
Meaning
The term usually refers to someone who earns points by achieving specific objectives in sports or other scoring systems.
Synonyms
  • points accumulator
  • goal-getter
  • achiever