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Quarterback

KWAW-rtur-bak

/ˈkwɔːrtɜːrˌbæk/

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quarterback

Dictionary meaning

(American football) the position of the football player in the backfield who directs the offensive play of his team.

Examples

  • Quarterback is the most important position on the team.

Synonyms: signal caller, field general

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