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pinch hitter

The correct spelling is pinch hitter.

How to pronounce pinch hitter

noun

Say it like: Pin-ch -hit-ter

The correct spelling is pinch hitter. A substitute batter; one who pinch-hits. For example: "I'll be sending a pinch hitter to do the presentation because I have the flu."

Usage Examples

I'll be sending a pinch hitter to do the presentation because I have the flu.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A substitute batter; one who pinch-hits.
  2. 2.An aggressive batsman brought on to score runs quickly, even at the risk of losing his wicket.
  3. 3.An individual who substitutes for another to perform one or more tasks.

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