Meaning of the word hitter in English

What does hitter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hitter

US /ˈhɪt̬.ɚ/
UK /ˈhɪt.ər/

Noun

a person or thing that hits, especially in sports

Example:
He's a powerful hitter in baseball.
The boxer was known as a hard hitter.