Cornerback
/ˈkɔːrnərˌbæk/
Definitions
A defensive player in American football who lines up close to the line of scrimmage and is responsible for covering wide receivers.
/ˈkɔːrnərˌbæk/
A defensive player in American football
The team's success heavily relied on the performance of their cornerbacks.
💡 Simply: Imagine a super-fast defender in football who tries to stop the other team from catching the ball. They're like the superheroes who guard the edges of the playing field!
👶 For kids: In football, a cornerback is like a guard who tries to stop the other team's players from catching the ball. They stand on the side of the field.
More Examples
The coach emphasized the importance of the cornerbacks' quick reaction time and agility.
A good cornerback needs excellent coverage skills to defend against passes.
How It's Used
"The cornerback intercepted the pass and ran it back for a touchdown."
From 'corner' (referring to a specific position on the field) and 'back' (referring to a defensive position). The term emerged with the evolution of American football tactics.
The term 'cornerback' gained prominence with the development of modern American football strategies in the early to mid-20th century.
Memory tip
Think of the cornerback guarding the 'corner' of the field, preventing the receiver from catching the ball.