outfielder

American  

[out-feel-der] / ˈaʊtˌfil dər /

noun

Sports.

1. one of the players, especially in baseball, stationed in the outfield.

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Etymology

Origin of outfielder

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60; outfield + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The Dodgers made the signing of free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker official Wednesday, capped off with an introductory news conference at Dodger Stadium.

From Los Angeles Times

Their $17-million left fielder flopped last year, so they threw $240 million at another corner outfielder to supplement the three most valuable players already in their lineup.

From Los Angeles Times

Former Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker, one of the top players available in free agency, reportedly agrees to a four-year deal with the Dodgers.

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Using a playbook familiar to their front office, the Dodgers waited until the market for slugging outfielder Kyle Tucker dwindled before making him a huge offer short on duration but generous in dollars.

From Los Angeles Times

Kyle Tucker, the prized outfielder who was widely considered the top player available in free agency, reportedly agreed to a four-year, $240-million deal with the Dodgers, according to multiple reports Thursday night.

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