Synonyms for

Wingers

Verb / ˈwɪŋɜ:z / Another word for wingers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wingers are players in sports like soccer or hockey who play on the sides of the field or rink and are responsible for attacking and defending.

Synonyms & similar words

winger wings sidewingers forwards flankers wingbacks fullbacks defenders

Synonyms by register

Formal

flankers wide players outfielders

Informal

wingers wide men speedsters

Literary

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Antonyms

center defender midfielder fullback goalkeeper stopper

Common collocations

  • fast wingers
  • skillful wingers
  • winger position
  • left winger
  • right winger
  • winger runs
  • winger crosses

Word family

noun winger
verb wing
adjective winged

Usage note

Primarily used in sports, particularly soccer and ice hockey, to refer to players positioned on the flanks. The term can also be used metaphorically for someone who is unconventional or radical.

Example sentences

  1. The wingers on the hockey team scored all the goals.
  2. Samantha plays as a winger on her soccer team.
  3. The coach decided to switch the wingers to different sides of the field.
  4. The winger made a great cross to set up the winning goal.
  5. The opposing team's winger was very skilled and hard to defend against.

Quotes

  • "The wingers are the most important players in soccer." - Pele
  • "A good winger is worth his weight in gold." - Brian Clough
  • "I was always a winger, like Stanley Matthews. I loved being a winger." - George Best

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