Phrase guide

head linesman

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The chief, senior or most authoritative of a group of linesmen officiating at a match.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The head linesman overruled the decision of the linesman.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a football official in charge of recording yardage gained or lost

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: football official

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