pitcher
1 of 2noun (1)
pitch·er ˈpi-chər 
1
: a container for holding and pouring liquids that usually has a lip or spout and a handle
2
: a modified leaf of a pitcher plant in which the hollowed petiole and base of the blade form an elongated receptacle
pitcherful
ˈpi-chər-ˌfu̇l
noun pitcher
2 of 2noun (2)
: one that pitches
specifically : the player who pitches in a game of baseball
Synonyms
Noun (1)
- ewer
- flagon
- jug
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Word History
Etymology
Noun (1)
Middle English picher, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin bicarius drinking cup
First Known Use
Noun (1)
13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Noun (2)
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing pitcher
Kids Definition
pitcher 1 of 2
noun
pitch·er ˈpi-chər
: a container usually with a handle and a lip or spout used for holding and pouring out liquids
pitcher
2 of 2noun
: the player who throws the ball to the batter in baseball or softball
pitcher
noun
as in jug
a handled container for holding and pouring liquids that usually has a lip or a spout please bring me the pitcher of lemonade from the table Synonyms & Similar Words
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