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Definition of Reliever
1. Noun. Someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult). "We need extra employees for summer fill-ins"
Generic synonyms: Compeer, Equal, Match, Peer
Specialized synonyms: Locum, Locum Tenens, Double, Stunt Man, Stunt Woman, Alternate, Replacement, Surrogate
Derivative terms: Fill In, Relieve, Stand In, Substitute, Substitute, Substitute
2. Noun. A person who reduces the intensity (e.g., of fears) and calms and pacifies. "An allayer of fears"
Generic synonyms: Individual, Mortal, Person, Somebody, Someone, Soul
Derivative terms: Allay, Comfort, Relieve
3. Noun. A pitcher who does not start the game.
Specialized synonyms: Closer, Finisher
Generic synonyms: Hurler, Pitcher, Twirler
Derivative terms: Relieve
Definition of Reliever
1. n. One who, or that which, relieves.
Definition of Reliever
1. Noun. (baseball) A relief pitcher. ¹
2. Noun. Someone who fills in for another. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Reliever
1. one that relieves [n -S] - See also: relieves
Lexicographical Neighbors of Reliever
Literary usage of Reliever
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Manual of Static Electricity in X-ray and Therapeutic Uses by Samuel Howard Monell (1897)
"Sphere of action of static electricity as a pain reliever. How different methods
of application affect rate of current flow. Limitations of current action ..."
2. Global Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention by DIANE Publishing Company (1996)
"Less frequent but potentially severe adverse effects include hepatitis and
hématologie, teratogenic, and pulmonary effects. reliever Medications reliever ..."
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