blind side

noun

1. the part of one's field of vision, as to the side and rear, where one is unable to see approaching objects.

2. the side opposite that toward which a person is looking.

blind side

noun

1. rugby the side of the field between the scrum and the nearer touchline

2. the side on which a person's vision is obscured

verb

1. (tr) to take (someone) by surprise

Word History and Origins

Origin of blind side¹

First recorded in 1600–10

Idioms and Phrases

see under blind spot.

Example Sentences

That leaves Herbert’s blind side in the hands of rookie Joe Alt.

From Los Angeles Times

As San Juan Hills’ starting right tackle, Javorsky has the assignment of protecting the blind side of left-handed quarterback Timmy Herr.

From Los Angeles Times

“The blind side. They made a whole movie about it. That’s where you spend your money.”

From Los Angeles Times

As a left tackle, Mailata is responsible for protecting the quarterback's blind side - if they are right-handed - but it was not an immediate transition.

From BBC

Trying to stay on the blind side of a one-eyed cat is uphill work.

From Literature