Wide Receiver Definition
noun
A receiver who normally lines up at least several yards to the side of the offensive formation.
American Heritage
A player eligible to receive a pass who usually takes a position on or near the line of scrimmage, but at some distance from the other members of the offensive team.
Webster's New World
Other Word Forms of Wide Receiver
Noun
Singular:
wide receiver
Plural:
wide-receivers
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