winger

[ wing-er ]

noun

1. (in Rugby, soccer, etc.) a person who plays a wing position.
2. a right-winger.

winger

/ ˈwɪŋə /

noun

1. sport a player stationed on the wing

Word History and Origins

Origin of winger¹

First recorded in 1785–95; wing + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Meanwhile, Manchester City winger Chloe Kelly retains her place in the squad despite continuing to struggle for game time.

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The Edinburgh winger, with his 29th Test try, was one of five Scotland scorers in the opening half after Will Hurd got the show on the road.

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Defender Lewis, who is on loan at Sao Paulo from Newcastle, has an ankle injury whilst Rangers winger McCausland has been nursing a foot problem.

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Saka was also a doubt, but the winger did start for Arsenal before limping off late on.

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Leeds United winger James missed the decisive spot-kick as Wales were beaten by Poland in a shootout in March to miss out on qualification for Euro 2024.

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