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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In a pair of corresponding moves, the Dodgers optioned right-handed reliever Paul Gervase to triple-A Oklahoma City and released left-hander Jake Eder. Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026 His eight years in Atlanta featured the highest highs and lowest lows, and the results of Minter’s perseverance made him among the more illustrious relievers the team has had. Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 7 July 2026 Lefty reliever Matt Gage (left elbow strain) is undergoing an MRI today. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 July 2026 The Marlins led 8-0 at the time of his exit and survived dismal outings by relievers Lake Bachar and Peter Fairbanks to win 9-8 and sweep the series, capping a 7-3 road trip. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026 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 7 Jul. 2026.

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