Man-marking
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmænˌmɑːkɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Man-marking is a noun meaning (sports) The act of marking an opposition player closely.
Meaning
(sports) The act of marking an opposition player closely.
More Meanings
- present participle and gerund of man-mark.
Example Sentences
In the most extreme form of man-marking, each player has a pre-established opponent to be followed and to be man-marked, from a more or less short distance, wherever he goes. The main objective of the defender is to steal the ball from his opponent if he receives it, or to place him in a threatened condition, thus forcing him to immediately get rid of the ball.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include marker, man-marker, mark, spec, target, setting.
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