backfields

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noun
  1. 1

    (American football) The area behind the line of scrimmage occupied before the snap by the team on offense.

  2. 2

    (sports) The rear part of the field of play, particularly

  3. 3

    (soccer, US) The area behind either the offensive or defensive line.

  4. 4

    The players occupying this area.

  5. 5

    (baseball, rare) Synonym of outfield.