defensive back en · NOUN
Meanings
- (Canadian) Collective term for the defensive players who are in position farthest from the ball at the start of a play and whose principal responsibility is to defend against passes. Includes cornerbacks and safeties in both codes, and defensive halfbacks in the Canadian game.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| defensive backs | Number=Plur | lexicographic |