fullback

noun

full·​back ˈfu̇l-ˌbak 

1

: an offensive football back used primarily for line plunges and blocking

2

: a primarily defensive player usually stationed nearest the defended goal (as in soccer or field hockey)

Examples of fullback in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Lewis still a high-level blocker, and if the Bears opt to go without a fullback, perhaps there would be a role for him. —Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2024

Swift herself is at least a little familiar with the Niners — Kristin Juszczyk, who made her custom 87 coat for the frigid Dolphins game, is married to 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk. —Justin Curto, Vulture, 11 Feb. 2024

The Lions elevated fullback Jason Cabinda and offensive lineman Michael Schofield from practice squad to the game day roster for Sunday's game, but not tight end Zach Ertz. —Leah Olajide, Detroit Free Press, 28 Jan. 2024

Bosa, defensive tackle Javon Hargrave, wide receiver Deebo Samuel and fullback Kyle Juszczyk are incumbent starters who arrived this week for Phase 3 of the offseason program. —Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 21 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

fullback

noun

full·​back ˈfu̇l-ˌbak 

1

: a football back who usually lines up between the halfbacks

2

: a mainly defensive player (as in soccer or field hockey) who usually plays near the goal to be defended