Synonyms for
Winger
Definition
a player in a team sport, especially soccer or hockey, who plays on the wing, or either of two positions on the side of the field or rink
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- play on the wing
- fast winger
- skillful winger
- left winger
- right winger
- attacking winger
- defensive winger
- winger cuts inside
Word family
Usage note
Primarily used in sports, especially soccer and rugby, to refer to a player positioned on the flank. Can also refer to a person or thing that is associated with or operates on the side or edge of something.
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Example sentences
- The winger passed the ball to his teammate.
- The hockey winger scored a hat-trick in the game.
- The soccer team needs a good winger to strengthen their offense.
- The coach moved the midfielder to the winger position.
- The winger's speed and agility helped him to dribble past the defenders.
Quotes
The winger's run was like watching a cheetah in full flight.
A winger should be able to run all day long and have the stamina to do it.
A good winger can make any team look better.