cornerback

noun

cor·​ner·​back ˈkȯr-nər-ˌbak 

: a defensive halfback in football who defends the flank

Examples of cornerback in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

North Crowley five-star senior cornerback John Meredith III was denied varsity eligibility by the University Interscholastic League State Executive Committee on Thursday in a 3-2 vote. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026

Second-round cornerback Brandon Cisse, who had a solid season at South Carolina with 27 tackles and an interception, is expected to start immediately. — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Rasul Douglas, who was the Dolphins’ best cornerback last season, agreed to a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders on Monday after Miami showed no interest in re-signing him. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026

Irvin starred for the Rams during the 1980s, first making an impact as a punt returner before earning a starting cornerback spot. — Oc Register, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cornerback

• almanac
• camelback
• cardiac
• carryback
• cluniac
• diamondback
• lumberjack
• maniac
• paperback
• piggyback
• quarterback
• saddleback