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Meaning of heavy hitter

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

heavy hitter

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noun

Definitions

  1. A player with a favorable batting average who is especially good at hitting the ball deep into the outfield or farther.

  2. (by extension) In any sport, a strong, physical player who is particularly effective.

  3. A person of considerable importance who is a major decision maker or capable achiever; an especially significant organization or an especially functional object.