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batsman

/ˈbætsmən/

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noun

A player of the batting side now on the field.

Examples :

"The batsman hit the ball hard, sending it flying over the field. "

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noun

The player now receiving strike; the striker.

Examples :

"The batsman hit the ball hard, sending it flying over the fence. "

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Any player selected for his or her team principally to bat, as opposed to a bowler.

Examples :

"Our team needed a strong batsman, so we chose someone who could consistently score runs. "

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noun

Any of the above senses, restricted to male players.

Examples :

"The cricket team needed a new batsman after the star player injured his arm. "

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(now rare) A hitter.

Examples :

"Even though he was just a kid, he showed promise as a batsman during the neighborhood baseball games. "