reliever

noun

re·​liev·​er ri-ˈlē-vər How to pronounce reliever (audio)
: 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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The Padres plan to stretch out multiple other relievers in spring training, with Bryan Hoeing and Stephen Kolek among the potential candidates. Dennis Lin, The Athletic, 2 Feb. 2025 The club also acquired Jonathan India from the Cincinnati Reds and signed former All-Star reliever Carlos Estévez on Friday. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 1 Feb. 2025 This might include physical therapy, weight management, and pain relievers. Maggie Aime, Msn, Health, 1 Feb. 2025 The Los Angeles Dodgers' signing of right-handed reliever Kirby Yates will cost another one of their veteran stalwarts a job. Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025 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 8 Feb. 2025.

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