reliever

noun

re·​liev·​er ri-ˈlē-vər How to pronounce reliever (audio)
: one that relieves
especially : relief pitcher

Examples of reliever in a Sentence

pain relievers like aspirin and ibuprofen Exercise is a good stress reliever.
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Chapman, of course, brings a wealth of closing experience and remains a capable leverage reliever. Justin Gest, Newsweek, 10 Feb. 2025 A day after agreeing to a deal with left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe on Tuesday, the Twins addressed another need Wednesday, coming to terms on a one-year deal with a mutual option for 2026 with outfielder Harrison Bader, a source confirmed. Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 5 Feb. 2025 With subpar performances from the relievers early in the year, that issue likely cost them a playoff spot. Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 5 Feb. 2025 Pain relievers: Analgesics like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can alleviate discomfort. Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for reliever 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reliever was in the 15th century

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“Reliever.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reliever. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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