lineman

noun

line·​man ˈlīn-mən 

1

: one who sets up or repairs electric wire communication or power lines

called also linesman

2

: a player in the forward line of a team

specifically : a football player in the line

Examples of lineman in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant, Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Kelvin Beachum, former All-Pro wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana were among the athletes who invested in the Series A round, too. —Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025

Miami has used six primary offensive linemen so far this season. —Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025

The two-way starters include Shelledy, Knight, Vorathavorn, linebacker/offensive guard McAnthony Decastro, linemen Tate Garcia and Zachary Castillo and receivers/defensive backs Sandle and Tyler Kim. —Dan Albano, Oc Register, 16 Sep. 2025

Philly’s Tush Push (or Brotherly Shove) has been a hot topic since videos showed at least two Philadelphia offensive linemen moving before the snap on the play against the Chiefs. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for lineman

• linemen
• steinmann

Kids Definition

lineman

noun

line·​man ˈlīn-mən 

1

: one who sets up or repairs power or telephone lines

2

: a football player whose position is on the line of scrimmage