# slugger

/ˈsɫəɡɝ/ (US) · /slˈʌɡɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/slugger
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a person who is very good at hitting a ball, especially in baseball or softball. It can also describe someone who eats a lot of food.

For teachers: a person who is exceptionally skilled at hitting a ball with a bat. In a figurative sense, it refers to someone who consumes large quantities of food or drink.

## Examples

- The team's slugger hit three home runs in one game.
- After the long hike, the group returned to the campsite and the slugger ate three large sandwiches.
- While the pitcher was dominant in the early innings, the team's slugger eventually broke the tie with a powerful shot to the outfield.

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