Three-hitter (Noun)
Meaning
A game in which a pitcher allows the opposing team only 3 hits.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The ace pitcher threw a masterful three-hitter against their toughest opponent of the season, striking out 10 batters along the way.
- The home team's fans were thrilled as their pitcher tossed a one-run three-hitter to clinch the division title.
- The visiting team's bats were silenced as they managed only three scattered hits against the dominant pitcher's three-hitter.
- In the championship game, the star pitcher threw a complete game three-hitter, leading her team to a 5-1 victory.
- The rookie pitcher made a strong impression in his major league debut, spinning a two-run three-hitter to earn his first career win.