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Quarterback Definition & Meaning

quarterback
noun
  1. (football) the person who plays quarterback
  2. (American football) the position of the football player in the backfield who directs the offensive play of his team; "quarterback is the most important position on the team"
verb
  1. play the quarterback

"Quarterback" in song lyrics

See how quarterback is used in real songs:

  • "You're a sap, you're girl got you coming out the pocket like a quarterback"
    The 49ers — Fort Knocks
  • "But don't come ask me to act, like no motherfuckin quarterback"
    Akinyele — Exercise
  • "Then they wouldn't keep hating on that black quarterback"
    Annakin Slayd — Wigger

Usage tips for "quarterback"

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Frequently asked questions

What does quarterback mean?
(football) the person who plays quarterback (American football) the position of the football player in the backfield who directs the offensive play of his team; "quarterback is the most important position on the team" play the quarterback
What part of speech is quarterback?
Quarterback is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does quarterback have?
Quarterback has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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