hitter
//ˈhɪtər//
Noun
hitterSingular
hittersPlural
1
A person who hits, especially a batter in baseball or softball.
He is one of the best hitters in the league.
2
A person who strikes or attacks someone or something.
The police are searching for the hitter who attacked the victim.
3
(informal) A hired killer or assassin.
The gang boss sent a hitter to deal with the problem.