Midfield

//ˈmɪd.fiːld// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The portion of a team which typically plays centrally, between the attack (or forwards) and the defence (or backs). uncountable, usually

    "England's win was built on industry and discipline, epitomised by the performances of Manchester City's Joleon Lescott in defence and Scott Parker in midfield."

  2. 2
    (sports) the middle part of a playing field (as in football or lacrosse) wordnet
  3. 3
    The middle of the field of play. uncountable, usually

Example

More examples

"He scored a goal from midfield!"

Etymology

From mid- + field.

Related phrases

midfield anchor

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