winger

[wing-er]

noun

1. (in Rugby, soccer, etc.) a person who plays a wing position.

2. a right-winger.

winger

/ ˈwɪŋə /

noun

1. sport a player stationed on the wing

Word History and Origins

Origin of winger¹

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

Example Sentences

"I'm happy I am starting to get my rhythm with Chelsea, being able to play more games playing as a winger. I am happy with the performances and hopefully I can get better."

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Manchester United winger Amad Diallo completed the scoring for the Ivory Coast, who led from the seventh minute in a convincing triumph over Kenya in Abidjan.

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Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon moved to a central position in the second half in Watkins' absence at Wembley and could do the same in Riga.

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The former Scotland winger said: "Far be it from a Scotsman to tell English people what to think, but although much-loved I still think Harry is slightly underestimated. This guy is utterly and completely brilliant."

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The Wolfsburg striker volleyed a Riyad Mahrez cross into the net on six minutes, then the former Manchester City winger slammed a loose ball into the net midway through the opening half.

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