midfielder

noun

mid·​field·​er ˈmid-ˌfēl-dər 

ˌmid-ˈfēl-

: a member of a midfield

Examples of midfielder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Ghana international will join a squad that includes the likes of former Burnley midfielder Josh Brownhill, former Atletico Madrid and Belgium forward Yannick Carrasco and former Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Daniel Podence. — Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Despite his undoubted technical ability, the boisterous midfielder is known for his aggressive play in the centre of the park which often draws the ire of fans of rival clubs. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

The Loons have continued to pursue the transfer of 27-year-old attacking midfielder Callum McCowatt from Denmark club Silkeborg, as well as a separate attacking midfielder. — Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 21 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for midfielder

• outfielder
• fielder
• wielder