second-stringer

Noun

Meaning

an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced

Source: WordNet

Alternative names

second stringer

Synonyms

reserve substitute assistant auxiliary deputy cover alternative choice secondary emergency alternate subordinate subsidiary sub backlog
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Hypernyms

jock athlete

Hyponyms

pinch hitter bench warmer

Close letter words and terms

second-story worker second-string players second-string team second-system effect second-system syndrome second-teamer