Cornerback
[kawr-ner-bak] /ˈkɔr nərˌbæk/
noun, Football.
1.
one of two defensive positioned in the secondary between the linebackers and safeties, responsible for covering the outside areas near the sidelines against end runs and pass plays.
/ˈkɔːnəˌbæk/
noun
1.
(American football) a defensive back
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