Slogger
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈslɒɡə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Slogger is a noun meaning (cricket) A cricketer who attempts to score runs fast by attacking every ball that can be hit.
Meaning
(cricket) A cricketer who attempts to score runs fast by attacking every ball that can be hit.
More Meanings
- (colloquial) One who hits hard; a slugger.
- (UK, Cambridge University slang) An inferior racing boat.
Example Sentences
Tom felt the wisdom of the counsel, and saw already that he couldn't go in and finish the Slogger off at mere hammer and tongs, so changed his tactics completely in the third round. He now fights cautious
Word Forms
- sloggers
Synonyms for slogger
Depending on context, synonyms include slugger, plodder.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include slugger, plodder, clogger, junkballer, highballer, logroller.
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