slugger

• Substantivo que designa um jogador de beisebol conhecido por rebater com muita força, ou um boxeador que se destaca por golpes potentes.

A noun referring to a baseball player known for powerful hitting, or a boxer noted for delivering hard punches.

1. B2informalamericansport

   A baseball player known for hitting the ball with great power, often hitting home runs.

   Batedor de força

   • The team's star slugger hit two home runs in the game.
   • He is known as a powerful slugger who can change the game with one swing.
   • The slugger's batting average has improved this season.

   Sinônimosheavy hitter

2. B2informalamericansport

   A boxer who relies on powerful, heavy punches rather than speed or technique.

   Nocauteador

   • The slugger knocked out his opponent in the first round.
   • He is a classic slugger, always looking for the knockout punch.
   • The slugger's powerful right hand is his greatest weapon.

   Sinônimosbrawlerheavy hittermaulerpuncher