Back-line Definition

noun

(soccer) Collectively, the defenders of a team.

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(field hockey) The line running across the goal to the corners of the playing field.
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Other Word Forms of Back-line

Noun

Singular:
back-line
Plural:
back-lines

Back-line Sentence Examples

  • The toll of the Cubans scrum was beginning to tell and the howling banshee Cuban back line was starting to run a muck.

  • His Kidderminster play-off contenders instantly showed a keen spirit of adventure with three forward pushed onto Swansea's back line.

  • A long clearance was put over the Cheshunt back line and the opposing strikers rushed on to score.

  • It is highly ornamental as a back line to a long border, as a single specimen to let into the lawn, as the centre of a bed or vase, or in masses with other elegant foliage plants.

  • A one piece swimsuit with a plunging back line also provides a very modern, sexy look.

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Words Starting With

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Words Ending With

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