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n the person who plays that position on a football team n gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails n gear used in fishing n (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage n (American foo…

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  1. n the person who plays that position on a football team n gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails n gear used in fishing n (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage n (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground v accept as a challenge v put a harness v seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball