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midfield

[ mid-feeld, -feeld ]
/ ˈmɪdˌfild, -ˈfild /
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noun
the middle area of a sports field, especially the area midway between the two goals.
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British Dictionary definitions for midfield

midfield
/ (ˌmɪdˈfiːld) /

noun
soccer
  1. the general area between the two opposing defences
  2. (as modifier)a midfield player
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