splitter

[split-er]

noun

1. a person or thing that splits.

2. Biology Informal.,  a taxonomist who believes that classifications should emphasize differences between organisms and therefore favors a multiplicity of taxa (lumper ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of splitter¹

First recorded in 1615–25; split + -er ¹

Example Sentences

He has surrendered no runs and struck out three, overpowering opposing hitters with a 100-mph fastball and a devastating splitter.

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The stage was set perfectly—until Judge struck out, flailingly wildly at a 3-2 splitter that was nowhere near the plate.

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Harper immediately followed with a single on a hanging splitter.

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The ninth inning, meanwhile, belonged to Sasaki, who retired the side in order with 100-mph fastballs and his trademark splitter, ending a night of theatrics by sending the Dodgers to the next round.

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With his fastball/splitter/cutter mix, Pagán has been especially good down the stretch, having converted five consecutive save opportunities and thrown nine consecutive scoreless innings since Sept. 8.

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