winger

American

[wing-er] / ˈwɪŋ ər /

noun

(in Rugby, soccer, etc.) a person who plays a wing position.
a right-winger.

winger British

/ ˈwɪŋə /

noun

sport a player stationed on the wing

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Etymology

Origin of winger

First recorded in 1785–95; wing + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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Burkina Faso winger Bertrand Traore, 30, and left-back Dennis Cirkin, 24, could depart.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Of last summer's signings, winger Jhon Arias has been sold to Palmeiras in Brazil for just over £20m after arriving from Fluminense, while Fer Lopez returned to Celta Vigo on loan.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Speaking of history, winger Cutter Gauthier, with 18 goals in the final 23 games, is the first Duck to score 40 goals in a season since Corey Perry in 2013-14.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

But five minutes was all it took for Switzerland winger Okafor to net the opener with a smart first-time finish - Leeds' first league goal in 51 days.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

He was our right winger and one of the best players on the team.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola

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