Open-side
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Open-side is a noun meaning (rugby) the portion of the field which is larger as measured from a scrum or breakdown to the touchline.
Meaning
(rugby) the portion of the field which is larger as measured from a scrum or breakdown to the touchline.
More Meanings
- (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.
Word Forms
- open-sides
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include openside, blindside, opensider, blind, on side, loose.
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