central defender en · NOUN
Meanings
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Synonym of centre-back
John Stones got 45 minutes under his belt after an injury-troubled season before leaving Manchester City, the central defender still expected to be a key element of Tuchel's plans if he remains fit.
2026 June 6, Phil McNulty, “England 1-0 New Zealand”, in BBC:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| central defenders | Number=Plur | lexicographic |