Definitions

pitcher

[pich-er] / ˈpɪtʃ ər /

NOUN

jug

Synonyms

STRONG

amphora bottle canteen carafe container crock cruet decanter ewer flagon flask jar vase vessel

NOUN

baseball pitcher

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ace baseball player reliever

STRONG

closer hurler

WEAK

knuckleballer middle reliever

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But back to the issue at hand: Which NL pitcher should start the All-Star Game?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

The 26-year-old pitcher loaded the bases with another walk.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

There has never been a pitcher quite like him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Martin sidled up to Moss and put a box of tissues and a pitcher of water on the table before dashing off.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

Vocabulary lists containing pitcher

Spelling Practice 1, Unit 5

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

pitcher

Example Sentences

Related Words

Vocabulary lists containing pitcher

Spelling Practice 1, Unit 5