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noun
A sporting tactic in which a large amount of space is deliberately left open in the attacking area of the ground, into which players can run.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Qualifier: usually Australian rules football
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noun
A large amount of space on a sportsground, often created by this tactic.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Qualifier: usually Australian rules football
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noun
Alternative letter-case form of Pagan's Paddock.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of
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History
In reference to Denis Pagan, the coach who popularised the tactic in the 1990s.
