"Christmas tree formation" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Christmas tree formations [plural]
Etymology: An overhead diagram of the formation has a pointed shape, like a Christmas tree. Head templates: {{en-noun|head=Christmas tree formation}} Christmas tree formation (plural Christmas tree formations)
  1. (soccer) A formation consisting of four defenders, three central midfielders, two attacking midfielders, and one striker. Categories (topical): Football (soccer)
    Sense id: en-Christmas_tree_formation-en-noun-CNbPG7VI Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, lifestyle, soccer, sports

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