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pitchers
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a deep round container with a handle and a curved opening, used for pouring liquids
A pitcher is a type of container used for holding and pouring liquids. It typically features a wide mouth, a handle, and a spout for easy pouring. Pitchers come in various sizes, shapes, and materials, including glass, ceramic, plastic, or metal. They are commonly used for serving beverages such as water, juice, iced tea, lemonade, or cocktails, and they are often found in households, restaurants, bars, and other dining establishments.
- The pitcher was filled to the brim with ice-cold lemonade, perfect for a hot summer day.
- She carefully poured the tea from the pitcher into each guest's cup, making sure not to spill a drop.
- The pitcher slipped from his grasp, crashing to the floor and shattering into pieces.
- After the game, the team gathered around the water cooler to refill their pitchers and hydrate.
- Grandma's old pitcher, passed down through generations, held sentimental value beyond its practical use.
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a large and often round container with a handle and very narrow opening that is used for storing and pouring liquids, usually has a stopper or cap
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the player who throws the ball toward home plate, aiming to get batters out and prevent runs
A pitcher is a player in baseball or softball who throws the ball to the batter from the pitcher's mound. Their main job is to try to get the batter out by throwing the ball in a way that makes it hard to hit. Pitchers use various types of pitches, like fastballs or curveballs, to confuse the batter and make it difficult to score. They must be accurate, strong, and able to throw with different speeds and spins. Pitchers also need to stay focused and read the batter’s movements to help their team defend against scoring.
- The pitcher struck out the batter with a fastball on the outside corner.
- He's the team's ace pitcher, known for his precise control and variety of pitches.
- With runners on base, the pitcher induced a ground ball for a double play.
- The starting pitcher threw seven scoreless innings to lead his team to victory.
- The pitcher's ability to change speeds effectively makes him difficult to hit.
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the position on a baseball team of the player who throws the ball for a batter to try to hit
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(botany) a leaf that that is modified in such a way as to resemble a pitcher or ewer