Definición y Significado de "pitcher"

Pitcher

SUSTANTIVO

jarro, cántaro

a deep round container with a handle and a curved opening, used for pouring liquids

Dialect

American

jug

British

What is a "pitcher"?

A pitcher is a type of container used for holding and pouring liquids. It typically features a wide mouth, a handle, and a spout for easy pouring. Pitchers come in various sizes, shapes, and materials, including glass, ceramic, plastic, or metal. They are commonly used for serving beverages such as water, juice, iced tea, lemonade, or cocktails, and they are often found in households, restaurants, bars, and other dining establishments.

Example

The pitcher was filled to the brim with ice-cold lemonade, perfect for a hot summer day.

La jarra fue llenada hasta el borde con limonada helada, perfecta para un caluroso día de verano.

She carefully poured the tea from the pitcher into each guest's cup, making sure not to spill a drop.

Ella vertió cuidadosamente el té de la jarra en la taza de cada invitado, asegurándose de no derramar ni una gota.

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jarra, botijo

the quantity or the contents within a deep large container with a wide mouth and a handle

Example

The campers filled their canteens from a pitcher of fresh spring water.

Los campistas llenaron sus cantimploras de una jarra de agua fresca de manantial.

For brunch, they enjoyed mimosas made with a pitcher of freshly squeezed orange juice and champagne.

Para el brunch, disfrutaron de mimosas hechas con una jarra de jugo de naranja recién exprimido y champán.

botella, contenedor

a large and often round container with a handle and very narrow opening that is used for storing and pouring liquids, usually has a stopper or cap

Dialect

British

jug

American

lanzador, pícher

the player who throws the ball toward home plate, aiming to get batters out and prevent runs

Who is a "pitcher"?

A pitcher is a player in baseball or softball who throws the ball to the batter from the pitcher's mound. Their main job is to try to get the batter out by throwing the ball in a way that makes it hard to hit. Pitchers use various types of pitches, like fastballs or curveballs, to confuse the batter and make it difficult to score. They must be accurate, strong, and able to throw with different speeds and spins. Pitchers also need to stay focused and read the batter’s movements to help their team defend against scoring.

Example

The pitcher struck out the batter with a fastball on the outside corner.

He 's the team 's ace pitcher, known for his precise control and variety of pitches.

lanzador, pitcher

the position on a baseball team of the player who throws the ball for a batter to try to hit

jarrón, cántaro

(botany) a leaf that that is modified in such a way as to resemble a pitcher or ewer