"upback" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: upbacks [plural]
Etymology: From up + back. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|up|back}} up + back Head templates: {{en-noun}} upback (plural upbacks)
  1. (American football) A blocking back who lines up approximately 1-3 yards behind the line of scrimmage in punting situations. Wikipedia link: upback Categories (topical): Football (American) Synonyms: punt protector, personal protector

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