blind side

American  

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.

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blind side British  

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

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verb

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

blind side Idioms  

1. see under blind spot.

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Etymology

Origin of blind side

First recorded in 1600–10

Example Sentences

Scrum-half Jeremy Fernandez took the ball from a scrum and broke down the blind side before putting a perfectly weighted kick behind the Saints defence for winger Ambadiang to race onto and score.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Alt, the best player on the offensive line, had returned for the Week 8 game against Minnesota and his presence was noticeable in both run blocking and protection of Herbert’s blind side.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2025

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 • Aug. 6, 2025

Williams is the anchor on San Francisco’s offensive line with his athleticism fueling the team’s running game and his strength protecting Brock Purdy’s blind side in the passing game.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 3, 2023

I tried to keep on Ethan’s blind side, but it didn’t help much.

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan