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noun
The rear part of the field of play, particularly
Synonym of outfield.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: rare
Topics: ball-games, baseball, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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Synonyms: outfield
Antonyms: none provided
noun
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.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: American-football, ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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Antonyms: none provided
noun
The rear part of the field of play, particularly
The area behind either the offensive or defensive line.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, lifestyle, soccer, sports
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
The players occupying this area.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
the offensive football players who line up behind the linemen
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: formation
History
From back + field.
