slugger
Americannoun
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a person who strikes hard, especially a boxer noted for the ability to deliver hard punches.
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Baseball. a player who frequently gets extra-base hits; a strong hitter.
noun
Etymology
Origin of slugger
Example Sentences
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This was one of the greatest collections of sluggers ever assembled.
The Dodgers right-hander gave up three walks and two hits, including a grand slam to Guardians slugger Kyle Manzardo, before he was lifted after 23 pitches.
From Los Angeles Times
Mike Trout says he would prefer to return to center field for the Angels, and the star slugger says he will skip the World Baseball Classic because of insurance issues.
From Los Angeles Times
Unless, that is, you’re a professional baseball player, in which case it is at the center of a worrying pattern that is rapidly taking down sluggers—and becoming impossible to ignore.
Some will say players should not be involved, that it’s a management decision high above the pay grade of the average southpaw or slugger.
From Los Angeles Times
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