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Definition of slugger

slugger

/ˈslʌɡ.ɚ/
slug · ger
Plural:sluggers
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• noun

1

North American A baseball player who regularly hits the ball with great power, resulting in a high number of extra-base hits and home runs.

Example

"The team signed a veteran slugger to boost their offensive production in the middle of the batting lineup."

2

A boxer or fighter who relies primarily on delivering hard, powerful punches rather than defensive footwork or technical finesse.

Example

"The challenger was a relentless slugger who sought an early knockout in every bout."

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• Rhymes for slugger

• Nearby Words

slug
slug eating snake
slugfest
slugger
sluggish
sluggishly
sluggishness

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the mid-19th century, derived as an agent noun from the verb 'slug' (meaning to strike heavily), which is likely of Scandinavian or North English dialectal origin.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Slugger. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/slugger
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