fullback

noun

full·back ˈfu̇l-ˌbak

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

: 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

These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Chicago even overcame a fullback fumble at the goal line that cost it a potential touchdown with 6:18 remaining. —

Andrew Greif, NBC News, 28 Oct. 2024 The 49ers fullback then celebrated his win with the rest of his teammates. —

Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 11 Oct. 2024 The wife of San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk is the talk of the town—thanks to her viral fashion designs. —

Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 10 Oct. 2024 And Cox proved to be a quick study by making an impact at tight end and fullback. —

Scott Talley, Detroit Free Press, 15 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fullback