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backfield

Backfield (noun) means the rear part of the field of play, particularly.

noun
1
The rear part of the field of play, particularly
2
Synonym of outfield.
3
The area behind the line of scrimmage occupied before the snap by the team on offense.
4
The area behind either the offensive or defensive line.
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Etymology

From back + field.

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What is the meaning of backfield?

"backfield" (noun) means the rear part of the field of play, particularly.

What are the different meanings of backfield?

"backfield" has 3 main meanings: 1. The rear part of the field of play, particularly; 2. Synonym of outfield; 3. The area behind the line of scrimmage occupied before the snap by the team on offense.

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