Flanker

/ˈflæŋkər/ noun

Definition

A soldier positioned on the side of a military formation; in sports, a player positioned on the flank of a team.

Etymology

From 'flank' plus agent suffix '-er.' Originally military terminology from formations where soldiers on the sides had distinct roles.

Kelly Says

In rugby, the flanker is one of the hardest workers on the field—positioned on the side to hit, defend, and chase, they were named after their position just like in ancient warfare.

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