midfielder

noun

mid·​field·​er ˈmid-ˌfēl-dər How to pronounce midfielder (audio)
ˌmid-ˈfēl-
: a member of a midfield

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Most forwards are expected to be able to play anywhere across the front line, full-backs are given increasingly varied tactical demands, while positionally versatile midfielders are worth their weight in gold. Mark Carey, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025 Junior midfielder Brooks English racked up four points on one goal and a career high-tying three assists as the Blue Jays converted 44% of their shots (11 of 25). Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2025 The versatile midfielder’s ties to France extend beyond her husband. Jamie Barton, CNN, 7 Feb. 2025 Right back has the same shortage problems meaning midfielder Fede Valverde is there, but at least Ferland Mendy is a natural left back on the other flank as Fran Garcia is overlooked. Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 5 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for midfielder 

Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of midfielder was in 1932

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“Midfielder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midfielder. Accessed 15 Feb. 2025.

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