pitcher

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Sports American English

n. the player in baseball who throws the ball to the batter.

n. the player responsible for delivering the ball from the mound to the batter.

“The pitcher threw a fast ball that the batter couldn't hit.”

“After six innings, the manager decided to replace the starting pitcher with a relief specialist to maintain their narrow lead.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Science Technical

n. a leaf on some plants that is shaped like a tube to catch insects.

n. a modified, tubular or cup-shaped leaf of certain carnivorous plants designed to trap and digest insects.

“The insect fell into the plant's pitcher and could not climb back out.”

“The Nepenthes species is characterized by its elaborate pitchers, which contain digestive enzymes to break down captured prey.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. someone who presents an idea or a business plan to others.

n. an individual who delivers a pitch or proposal, particularly in a commercial or creative context.

“The young pitcher was nervous before presenting his app idea to the investors.”

“As a seasoned pitcher in the advertising world, she knew exactly how to highlight the brand's unique strengths to the client.”