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    Bowler

    /ˈboʊlər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A player who delivers the ball to the batsman in the game of cricket.
    The bowler delivered a perfect yorker that stunned the batsman.
    A type of bowler hat, characterized by its round crown and narrow brim.
    He wore a classic black bowler to the formal event.

    Etymology

    The term 'bowler' is derived from the 'bowler' hat, which was named after the bowlers who subsequently wore them.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fast bowler
    A bowler who specializes in delivering the ball at high speed.
    medium pace bowler
    A bowler who delivers the ball at a moderate speed.
    spin bowler
    A bowler who uses wrist or finger spin to turn the ball.

    Related Words

    bowl
    To deliver a ball towards a target.
    bat
    To hit the ball with a bat in cricket.

    Slang Meanings

    A cricketer who bowls well.
    That kid is a real bowler, he should try out for the team!
    To bowl a lot of strikes in bowling.
    He really bowled like a champ, getting a few 'bowlers' in a row.