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SLOTBACK
Etymology
Noun
slotback (plural slotbacks)
(American football) A particular position in American football, often a running back who lines up near the line of scrimmage and can function as a wide receiver.
(Canadian football) A particular position in Canadian football, similar to a hybrid between wide receiver and running back. This position is more common in the Canadian game than its American counterpart.
Anagrams
• backlots
Source: Wiktionary
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