Linebacker ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Linebacker ( noun )

1. A defensive player in American Football who lines up behind the line of scrimmage.
2. A player who is responsible for stopping the opposing team's running game and rushing the passer.

Origin:

Mid-20th century: blend of line (referring to the line of scrimmage in american football) and back(er).

Examples:

1. He was the team's star linebacker.
2. The linebacker made a big tackle.
3. The linebacker is responsible for reading the offense's formation.
4. The linebacker's job is to stop the run and rush the passer.
5. The team's linebackers were the backbone of the defense.

(As a verb)

Linebacker ( verb )

1. A defensive player in American Football who lines up behind the line of scrimmage.
2. A player who is responsible for stopping the opposing team's running game and rushing the passer.

Origin:

Mid-20th century: blend of line (referring to the line of scrimmage in american football) and back(er).

Examples:

1. He was the team's star linebacker.
2. The linebacker made a big tackle.
3. The linebacker is responsible for reading the offense's formation.
4. The linebacker's job is to stop the run and rush the passer.
5. The team's linebackers were the backbone of the defense.