center halfback
Americannoun
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Field Hockey. the player in the middle among the halfbacks.
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Soccer. the player in the middle of their own half of the field who carries out both offensive and defensive duties.
Etymology
Origin of center halfback
First recorded in 1875–80
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At Vassar she was well known for her prowess as center halfback on the hockey team.
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