First Known Use: 13th century
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1pitcher
noun pitch·er \ˈpi-chər\
Definition of PITCHER
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
— pitch·er·ful \-ˌfu̇l\ noun
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Origin of PITCHER
Middle English picher, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin bicarius drinking cup
2pitcher
noun
Definition of PITCHER
: one that pitches; specifically : the player who pitches in a game of baseball
First Known Use of PITCHER
circa 1722
PITCHER Defined for Kids
1pitcher
noun pitch·er \ˈpi-chər\
Definition of PITCHER for Kids
: a container usually with a handle and a lip or spout used for holding and pouring out liquids
2pitcher
noun
Definition of PITCHER for Kids
: the player who throws the ball to the batter in baseball or softball
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