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switch–hitter
noun switch–hit·ter \-ˈhi-tər\
baseball : a batter who bats right-handed against a left-handed pitcher and left-handed against a right-handed pitcher
Full Definition of SWITCH-HITTER
1
: a baseball player who switch-hits
2
slang : bisexual
3
: one that is flexible or adaptable; especially : a person who can work equally well in either of two jobs or capacities
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First Known Use of SWITCH-HITTER
1928
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