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Linebacker Definition & Meaning

linebacker
noun
  1. a defensive football player who takes a position close behind the linemen
  2. (American football) the position of a defensive football player who plays close behind the line of scrimmage

"Linebacker" in song lyrics

See how linebacker is used in real songs:

  • "make a move with me birdy baby like a linebacker"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — All Star Chuck Taylors
  • "Like a linebacker"
    The Cross Movement — The Rescue
  • "and everyone in your squad's a linebacker"
    Extended Famm — FYIRB (Remix)

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Frequently asked questions

What does linebacker mean?
a defensive football player who takes a position close behind the linemen (American football) the position of a defensive football player who plays close behind the line of scrimmage
What part of speech is linebacker?
Linebacker is a noun.
How many definitions does linebacker have?
Linebacker has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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