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Catcher in the Rye had a profound impact on me-the idea that we all have lots of dreams that are slowly being chipped away as we grow up.
Judd Nelson

Meaning of "catcher" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF CATCHER

catcher  [ˈkætʃə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CATCHER

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Catcher is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES CATCHER MEAN IN ENGLISH?

catcher

Catcher

Catcher is a position for a baseball or softball player. When a batter takes his turn to hit, the catcher crouches behind home plate, in front of the umpire, and receives the ball from the pitcher. This is a catcher's primary duty, but he is also called upon to master many other skills in order to field his position well. The role of the catcher is similar to that of the wicket-keeper in cricket. Positioned behind home plate, the catcher can see the whole field; therefore, he is in the best position to direct and lead the other players in a defensive play. The catcher typically calls for pitches by means of hand signals; therefore, he/she must be aware of the pitcher's mechanics and strengths, as well as the batter's tendencies and weaknesses. Foul tips, bouncing balls in the dirt, and contact with runners during plays at the plate are all part of the catcher's job, so protective equipment must be worn. This includes a mask, chest and throat protectors, shin guards, and an extra-thick glove.

Definition of catcher in the English dictionary

The definition of catcher in the dictionary is a person or thing that catches, esp in a game or sport. Other definition of catcher is a fielder who stands behind home plate and catches pitched balls not hit by the batter.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH CATCHER


batcher
ˈbætʃə
cowcatcher
ˈkaʊˌkætʃə
datcha
ˈdætʃə
detacher
dɪˈtætʃə
dispatcher
dɪsˈpætʃə
eye-catcher
ˈaɪˌkætʃə
flycatcher
ˈflaɪˌkætʃə
focaccia
fəˈkætʃə
gnatcatcher
ˈnætˌkætʃə
hatcher
ˈhætʃə
matcher
ˈmætʃə
mole-catcher
ˈməʊlˌkætʃə
oystercatcher
ˈɔɪstəˌkætʃə
patcher
ˈpætʃə
snatcher
ˈsnætʃə
spycatcher
ˈspaɪkætʃə
stature
ˈstætʃə
Thatcher
ˈθætʃə
viscacha
vɪsˈkætʃə
vizcacha
vɪsˈkætʃə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CATCHER

catch points
catch question
catch the sun
catch up
catch-22
catch-all
catch-as-catch-can
catchable
catchcries
catchcry
catcher´s mitt
catchflies
catchfly
catchier
catchiest
catchiness
catching
catching pen
catchline
catchment

WORDS THAT END LIKE CATCHER

bird-watcher
body snatcher
butcher
ditcher
dog-catcher
dowitcher
fetcher
fletcher
notcher
pitcher
purse snatcher
relief pitcher
sketcher
spotted flycatcher
stitcher
stretcher
switcher
teacher
twitcher
watcher
weight watcher

Synonyms and antonyms of catcher in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «catcher» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF CATCHER

Find out the translation of catcher to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of catcher from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «catcher» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

捕手
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

catcher
570 millions of speakers

English

catcher
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

पकड़ने वाला
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الماسك
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

зрелище
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

recebedor
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ক্যাচার
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

attrapeur
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Penangkap
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Fänger
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

キャッチャー
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

포수
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Catcher
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

bắt
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பிடிப்பவன்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

Catcher
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

yakalayan şey
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ricevitore
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

łapacz
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

видовище
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

catcher
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

catcher
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

vanger
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

catcher
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

catcher
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of catcher

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «CATCHER»

The term «catcher» is very widely used and occupies the 18.386 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «CATCHER» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about catcher

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10 QUOTES WITH «CATCHER»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word catcher.
1
Sparky Anderson
I don't want to embarrass any other catcher by comparing him to Johnny Bench.
2
Johnny Bench
The catcher is in the middle of everything. He sees it best.
3
Johnny Bench
A catcher and his body are like the outlaw and his horse. He's got to ride that nag till it drops.
4
Tim DeKay
I was a baseball player. I played in high school and a little bit in college. I was a catcher. I don't know if I could have played any other position. As a catcher, you're always on the ball.
5
Bill Dickey
A catcher must want to catch. He must make up his mind that it isn't the terrible job it is painted, and that he isn't going to say every day, 'Why, oh why with so many other positions in baseball did I take up this one.'
6
Bob Feller
If you believe your catcher is intelligent and you know that he has considerable experience, it is a good thing to leave the game almost entirely in his hands.
7
Lawrence M. Krauss
No one intuitively understands quantum mechanics because all of our experience involves a world of classical phenomena where, for example, a baseball thrown from pitcher to catcher seems to take just one path, the one described by Newton's laws of motion. Yet at a microscopic level, the universe behaves quite differently.
8
Tommy Lasorda
When I was 15 years old, I used to actually dream I was pitching in Yankee Stadium. Bill Dickey was my catcher.
9
Ross Lovegrove
Modern design becomes the eye catcher because it's out of context, it is something newborn and fresh, something people have never seen before. I mean, that in itself is the way we should sort of stimulate the senses of society, this urban condition.
10
Judd Nelson
Catcher in the Rye had a profound impact on me-the idea that we all have lots of dreams that are slowly being chipped away as we grow up.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CATCHER»

Discover the use of catcher in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to catcher and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
The Catcher in the Rye
Navigating his way through the challenges of growing up, Holden dissects the 'phony' aspects of society, and the 'phonies' themselves: the headmaster whose affability depends on the wealth of the parents, his roommate who scores with girls ...
Jerome David Salinger, 2010
2
Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher: The Epic Life and ...
A narrative account of the pioneering photographer's life-risking effort to document a disappearing North American Indian nation offers insight into the danger and resolve behind his venture, his elevation to an impassioned advocate and the ...
Timothy Egan, 2012
3
Witch Catcher
Inspired by the age-old legend of witch catchers, Mary Downing Hahn brings a magical cast of characters to life in this compelling fantasy adventure. Author’s note.
Mary Downing Hahn, 2006
4
Angel Catcher: A Journal of Loss and Remembrance
ANGEL CATCHER, a guided journal for people who have lost someone close, gives to others what Kathy and Amy discovered during the years after Dan's death.
Kathy Eldon, Amy Eldon, 1998
5
Catcher: The Evolution of an American Folk Hero
Today the baseball catcher is a familiar but uninspiring figure.
Peter Morris, 2009
6
Baby Catcher: Chronicles of a Modern Midwife
A former nurse chronicles her journey into midwifery, from her dissatisfaction with formulaic delivery room procedures in the 1960s to her eventual career as a "baby catcher," and chronicles her diverse birth experiences, the women she has ...
Peggy Vincent, 2003
7
J. D. Salinger's the Catcher in the Rye
- Critical essays reflecting a variety of schools of criticism - Notes on the contributing critics, a chronology of the author's life, and an index - An introductory essay by Harold Bloom.
Harold Bloom, 2009
8
Angel Catcher for Kids
Angel Catcher for Kids offers a healthy way for a child to cope with the painful and often confusing process of grieving.
Amy Eldon, 2002
9
Dream Catcher: A Memoir
The daughter of J.D. Salinger offers a portrait of life with her reclusive father, providing a study of her complex family relationships.
Margaret A. Salinger, 2001
10
Understanding The Catcher in the Rye: A Student Casebook to ...
Examines the background and themes of "Catcher in the Rye," discusses the novel's censorship, and examines the character of Holden Caulfield
Sanford Pinsker, Ann Pinsker, 1999

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CATCHER»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term catcher is used in the context of the following news items.
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Royals Catcher Salvador Perez Films Torrential Downpour at …
As Royals catcher Salvador Perez put it, there was "mucho rain!" Obviously, there is no way a baseball game can be played in those conditions, ... «Bleacher Report, Jul 15»
2
Boston Red Sox catcher says he can fix NJ's Rick Porcello
Catcher Ryan Hanigan, who was activated from the 60-day disabled list on July 2, believes he knows how to fix the struggling right-hander. «NJ.com, Jul 15»
3
What Alex Rodriguez 3000th hit catcher got from the Yankees after …
Zack Hample, the ballhawk and Yankees fan who happened to snag Alex Rodriguez's 3000th hit, already made a whopping $150,000 for his ... «NJ.com, Jul 15»
4
Cleveland Indians starting catcher: making the case for Roberto …
Despite some recent signs of improvement, it may be time to admit that Yan Gomes just is not ready to be the full-time catcher for 2015. That is ... «Let's Go Tribe, Jul 15»
5
Move to catcher has Edison graduate seeing Stars
Edison catcher Mari Quinones made the TGCA All-State team the past three years and has been selected to the TGCA All-Star Team (5A-6A) ... «mySanAntonio.com, Jul 15»
6
Pacifics notes: San Rafael catcher Ricky Gingras heating up for San …
San Rafael catcher Ricky Gingras bats earlier this season at Albert Park. Gingras is a former Houston Astros 18th-round pick in the 2012 MLB ... «Marin Independent Journal, Jul 15»
7
Ellis not necessarily Kershaw's personal catcher
It was widely believed prior to the season, and seemingly confirmed early in the season that A.J. Ellis would be Clayton Kershaw's personal ... «FOXSports.com, Jul 15»
8
River Cats full access: Behind the GoPro catcher cam
River Cats full access: Behind the GoPro catcher cam. UPDATED 11:47 AM PDT Jul 07, 2015. Next Video: Search for missing Shasta County baby enters fifth ... «KCRA Sacramento, Jul 15»
9
Chicago Cubs MLB 2015 Roster News: Catcher David Ross …
The Chicago Cubs will be missing the services of catcher David Ross after he was placed on the seven-day concussion disabled list Saturday. «ChristianToday, Jul 15»
10
USM catcher on a tear this summer
Here's the full release from the university: Southern Miss catcher Chuckie Robinson, who is playing his summer baseball with the Ocean State ... «Jackson Clarion Ledger, Jul 15»

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