right-hander

noun

right-hand·​er ˈrīt-ˈhan-dər How to pronounce right-hander (audio)
Synonyms of right-handernext
1
: a blow struck with the right hand
2
: a right-handed person
especially : a right-handed pitcher

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The right-hander limited the Tigers (63-73) to one run — scored in the fourth inning, when Glasnow gave up two singles and walked a batter. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 The right-hander was dealt to the Rays at the trade deadline after a rough half of a season with the Mets after the offseason deal that brought him over from Milwaukee. — James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 31 Aug. 2026 The right-hander surrendered three hits, struck out three and had no walks. — Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2026 The right-hander got a little misty-eyed as fans gave him a standing ovation. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for right-hander

Word History

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of right-hander was in 1846

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“Right-hander.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right-hander. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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