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ball-carrier

American

[bawl-kar-ee-er] / ˈbɔlˌkær i ər /

noun

Football.

the offensive player having the ball and attempting to gain ground.

Etymology

Origin of ball-carrier

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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New Zealand-born and Australia-raised Meafou, a powerful ball-carrier, made his debut for France in 2024 after qualifying on residency grounds, playing 13 times since then.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

His selection at No. 8 proved a stretch, but the dynamic playmaker was a triple threat as a receiver, ball-carrier and kick returner during three Rams seasons in St. Louis under then-coach Jeff Fisher..

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2024

"You can become the premier ball-carrier in European rugby," the words of Bath head coach Johann van Graan to his new recruit.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2024

They had another 10 phases in the 16th minute but had an isolated ball-carrier stripped.

From Washington Times • Oct. 21, 2023

A play ends when an opposing player pulls off the flag of a ball-carrier.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 28, 2022

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