midfielder

American

[mid-feel-der, -feel-] / ˈmɪdˌfil dər, -ˈfil- /

noun

a player active in the midfield, as in soccer, often playing both offensively and defensively.

midfielder British

/ ˌmɪdˈfiːldə /

noun

soccer a player who plays in the midfield

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Etymology

Origin of midfielder

midfield + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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The other teenager in the squad was Udinese midfielder Lennon Miller, who many fans were hoping to see in the second match, especially after Lewis Ferguson and Kenny McLean both played the full 90 against Japan.

From BBC

"There's still a lot of football to be played at club level," former national team midfielder Charlie Adam said on BBC Scotland.

From BBC

The legendary 2006 World Cup-winning midfielder was only given the job of coach last June.

From BBC

The jury still seems out on the gifted Crystal Palace midfielder with the languid style.

From BBC

I also gave genuine consideration to Everton's James Garner as a 'bolter' making a late dash for inclusion after an accomplished England introduction, a midfielder who can also play right-back.

From BBC

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