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linesman

Linesman (noun) means an assistant referee.

noun
1
An assistant referee.
2
A male line judge.
3
An official whose primary task is to watch the blue line and determine when there has been an offside.
4
An official whose primary task is to determine whether there has been a line of scrimmage violation.
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Etymology

From line + -s- + -man.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of linesman?

"linesman" (noun) means an assistant referee.

What are the different meanings of linesman?

"linesman" has 3 main meanings: 1. An assistant referee; 2. A male line judge; 3. An official whose primary task is to watch the blue line and determine when there has been an offside.

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