What does open-side mean?
Open-side means (rugby) the portion of the field which is larger as measured from a scrum or breakdown to the touchline.
Open-side
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(rugby) the portion of the field which is larger as measured from a scrum or breakdown to the touchline.
Definitions by Sense
- (rugby) the portion of the field which is larger as measured from a scrum or breakdown to the touchline
- (rugby) a position in the last row of forwards on that side, more fully open-side flanker, designated with number 7
- (rugby) a player in that position
Example Sentences
Up front, skipper and open-side Lewis Moody looked almost back to full fitness, while England's set-piece was barely troubled, albeit against a Romania side showing 11 changes from that beaten by Argentina earlier in the week.
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Word Forms
- open-sides
Usage Notes
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Up front, skipper and open-side Lewis Moody looked almost back to full fitness, while England's set-piece was barely troubled, albeit against a Romania side showing 11 changes from that beaten by Argentina earlier in the week.
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