footballer
Americannoun
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a football player, especially a member of a college or professional team.
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Chiefly British. a soccer player.
Etymology
Origin of footballer
Example Sentences
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Cardiff City's claim for more than £100m in compensation following the death of footballer Emiliano Sala has been thrown out by a French judge.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
Edwards admitted the photograph "looks bad and could be misinterpreted", and said he was imitating a Welsh footballer using the gesture.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
Court papers show the footballer was caught on a speed camera at 17:51 BST on 26 August Carrington Lane, near the entrance to United's training ground and academy complex.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
In Saudi's eyes, Salah is a huge asset as the number one Muslim footballer in the world and, in that sense, it is a no-brainer.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
“You were far better to come,” he urged, struggling into the habergeon like a footballer putting on bis jersey.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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