lineman
noun
Also a person who installs or repairs telephone, telegraph, or other wires.
linemen
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pluralof lineman.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Offensive linemen squared up against defensive linemen, while running backs took on safeties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
Should your running backs fall to the turf as if tackled by invisible linemen?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 21, 2026
Kobie Turner, Braden Fiske, Poona Ford and Tyler Davis are among the interior linemen who have taken reps since training camp began in July.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
Interior offensive linemen, right tackles, and tight ends were cheap.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
The next day three linemen arrived at Jon’s door.
From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George
