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Backfield
//ˈbækˌfild// noun
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Noun
- 1 The rear part of the field of play, particularly; Synonym of outfield. rare
- 2 the offensive football players who line up behind the linemen wordnet
- 3 The rear part of the field of play, particularly; The area behind the line of scrimmage occupied before the snap by the team on offense.
- 4 The rear part of the field of play, particularly; The area behind either the offensive or defensive line. US
"Moving the ball directly out of the backfield is the greatest form of attack there is."
- 5 The players occupying this area.
"Maryland's football team practiced for the third straight day yesterday without its starting backfield."
Etymology
From back + field.
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