Definition

A person, especially in baseball, who hits the ball very hard and often gets extra-base hits.

Example

The slugger hit a home run, leading his team to victory.

Conversation

Did you see how that new player swings the bat?

Yeah, he really is a powerful slugger!

I hope he can keep that up throughout the season.

If he does, we might have a real chance at the championship!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slugger → The word 'slugger' originates from the term 'slug' (from Old English *slugga*, meaning a slow-moving creature or a lazy person) combined with the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A slugger is thus a person who is slow or lazy, but in modern usage, it often refers to a powerful hitter in baseball.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'slow' ('slug') and the '-er' indicating a person. This helps you remember that a slugger is often seen as a powerful hitter, but the root suggests a connection to being slow or lazy.

Visually Confused Words