bunter

/ˈbʌntər/

Definitions

1. noun

A bowler who bowls a bouncer, a short-pitched fast delivery.

“He was a skilled bunter on the cricket team.”

2. noun

A short-pitched delivery in cricket, especially one that bounces near a batsman’s feet.

“The batsman struggled to play the fast bunter.”

3. verb

To bowl a bouncer or short-pitched delivery in cricket.

“The bowler bunted the batsman to take a wicket.”

Synonyms

  • bouncer
  • bowler

Antonyms

  • offspinner