midfielder

noun

mid·​field·​er ˈmid-ˌfēl-dər How to pronounce midfielder (audio)
ˌmid-ˈfēl-
: a member of a midfield

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The American midfielder signed a contract through the end of the 2027 season, with an option to renew for the 2028 NWSL season. Jackie Gutierrez, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025 With his father and former USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter watching on, the midfielder skied his attempt over the bar, giving Costa Rica a lifeline after three rounds of kicks. Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 30 June 2025 Gilberto Mora — a 16-year-old midfielder — made his international debut for Mexico and played well over 72 minutes. David Brandt, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025 The midfielder is widely considered to have been the best player in women’s soccer over the past few years, having been awarded the Ballon d’Or Féminin in both 2023 and 2024. Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 28 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for midfielder

Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of midfielder was in 1932

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“Midfielder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midfielder. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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