What is another word for designated hitter?
Pronunciation: [dˈɛzɪɡnˌe͡ɪtɪd hˈɪtə] (IPA) 
The term "designated hitter" is specific to baseball, referring to a player who bats in place of the pitcher. However, in other contexts, similar terms can be used to describe a designated person or position. For example, in politics, a "designated survivor" is a selected individual who would take over the presidency if a catastrophic event occurred during a gathering of high-ranking officials. In the workplace, a "designated leader" may be appointed to oversee a specific project or team. In transportation, a "designated driver" is someone who abstains from alcohol in order to safely drive friends or family home. These terms all share the common thread of a person or position being specifically designated for a particular purpose.
