"linebacking" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: line + backing Etymology templates: {{compound|en|line|backing}} line + backing Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} linebacking (uncountable)
  1. (American football) Playing as a linebacker Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Football (American)
    Sense id: en-linebacking-en-noun-awv2HdFu Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: American-football, ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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