Outposition

verb

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Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To obtain a better position than.

    "The dribble is also used when driving toward the basket for a score, when trying to "outposition" an opponent, or when trying to clear from a congested area."

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"The dribble is also used when driving toward the basket for a score, when trying to "outposition" an opponent, or when trying to clear from a congested area."

Etymology

From out- + position.

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