"blitzer" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: blitzers [plural]
Etymology: From German Blitz. Etymology templates: {{bor|en|de|Blitz}} German Blitz Head templates: {{en-noun}} blitzer (plural blitzers)
  1. (American football) One engaging in a blitz. Categories (topical): Football (American) Related terms: blitzar

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