backfield

back·field

noun \-ˌfēld\

Definition of BACKFIELD

: the football players whose positions are behind the line of scrimmage; also : the positions themselves

Examples of BACKFIELD

1. a tackle made in the backfield
2. The team has a strong backfield.

First Known Use of BACKFIELD

1903

Rhymes with BACKFIELD

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