Phrase guide

end zone

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The area between the end line and goal line bounded by the sidelines, bordered on all sides by a white line indicating its beginning and end points; it is 10 yards long.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: American-football, ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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noun

Meaning 2

A similar area, but 20 yards long.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Canadian

Topics: ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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noun

Meaning 3

the portion of the rink behind the goal line.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: field hockey

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • German: Endzone — American football
  • Hindi: अंत क्षेत्र (ant kṣetra) — American football