reliever
(noun)
noun
1. someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
Similar word(s): backup, relief, substitute
Definition categories: person, compeer, equal, match, peer
2. a person who reduces the intensity (e.g., of fears) and calms and pacifies
- a reliever of anxiety
Similar word(s): allayer, comforter
Definition categories: person, individual, mortal, somebody, someone, soul
3. a pitcher who does not start the game
Similar word(s): fireman
Definition categories: person, hurler, pitcher, twirler
Sentences with reliever as a noun:
- The first reliever got the last two outs of the sixth.
- I'll be the reliever today so that you can each take a break.