Definitions

utility player

NOUN

versatile player

Synonyms

WEAK

backup bench bench jockey benchwarmer jack-of-all-trades replacement second string secondary sub substitute succedaneum

Example Sentences

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Frimpong was signed as a utility player, not a defender.

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025

Yet Miguel Rojas, the man Betts replaced at shortstop — and a Gold Glove finalist himself this season as a utility player — said he’s not surprised because he has seen how hard Betts works.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

He’ll have to have another one of those talks Wednesday before activating utility player Tommy Edman from the injury list.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2025

But even with that, Moore said, a utility player can get caught out of position.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2025

Will Kim be able to play shortstop, third base and the outfield well enough to develop into the utility player the Dodgers envision?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2025