fullback
noun
\
Definition of fullback
Examples of fullback in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Redshirt freshman linebacker Jackson Sirmon also flipped over for a few reps at a makeshift fullback spot. — Mike Vorel, The Seattle Times, "Observations from the UW Huskies’ sixth practice of spring football," 12 Apr. 2019 Borussia Dortmund have been in the market for a fullback after Felix Passlack was loaned out to Norwich City earlier this summer. — SI.com, "Borussia Dortmund Signs Achraf Hakimi From Real Madrid on 2-Year Loan," 11 July 2018 One obvious change is the re-addition of a fullback to the Lions offense. — Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press, "Detroit Lions' Jim Bob Cooter expects improved offense, play calling," 29 May 2018 Coleman’s signing is notable because the Cardinals didn’t use a traditional fullback under former coach Bruce Arians. — Kent Somers, azcentral, "Report: Arizona Cardinals to sign legally deaf fullback Derrick Coleman," 9 May 2018 During that time, the Cowboys also traded a 2018 fifth-round pick to the Oakland Raiders for fullback Jamize Olawale and a 2018 sixth-round pick and agreed to bring back backup guard/center Joe Looney. — Clarence E. Hill Jr., star-telegram, "Cowboys quickly go from none to five to likely done in free agency | Fort Worth Star-Telegram," 26 Mar. 2018 Derek Watt — a fullback for the Los Angeles Chargers — tied the knot over the weekend, and JJ shared a photo of the stunning bride and groom on his Instagram. — Daniela Sternitzky-di Napoli, Houston Chronicle, "JJ Watt shares photo from brother Derek’s wedding on Instagram," 23 Feb. 2018 Heath Evans, a fullback, had a 2-yard carry in the Patriots' 17-14 loss to the Giants on Feb. 3, 2008. — Mark Inabinett, AL.com, "Super Bowl LII: Brandon King could join Auburn's list of 2-time winners," 31 Jan. 2018 Harbaugh said Patrick Ricard will continue to be used at both fullback and defensive tackle. — Jeff Zrebiec, baltimoresun.com, "Ravens notebook: Michael Crabtree fitting in well; 13 players not participating in OTAs," 24 May 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'fullback.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Keep scrolling for more
Keep scrolling for more
More Definitions for fullback
fullback
noun
English Language Learners Definition of fullback
See the full definition for fullback in the English Language Learners Dictionary
fullback
noun
\
Kids Definition of fullback
Comments on fullback
What made you want to look up fullback? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Test Your Vocabulary
Time Traveler Quiz: Which Word Came First?
-
- Which came first?
Test your visual vocabulary with our 10-question challenge!
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
-
Time Traveler Quiz: Which Word Came First?
Which word entered the English language first?
Take the quiz -
Slippery Words Quiz—Changing with the Times
Do you know these earlier meanings of words?
Take the quiz -
Name That Thing
Test your visual vocabulary with our 10-question challenge!
Take the quiz -
Bee Cubed
Listen to the words and spell through all three levels.
Play the game
Share fullback
Resources for fullback