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10 Language-to-English Dictionaries进攻线
Pronunciation / Transliteration: jìngōng xiàn
"进攻线为四分卫提供了足够的保护。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The group of offensive players in American football who are responsible for blocking defenders and protecting the quarterback.
"The offensive line did an excellent job, allowing the quarterback enough time to make a throw." - 2
A specific formation or arrangement of players on the field during an offensive play.
"The coach called for a new offensive line strategy to counter the opposing team's defense."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'offensive line' originates from American football terminology, where 'offensive' refers to the team in possession of the ball and 'line' denotes the group of players positioned at the front. The concept has evolved since the early 20th century as the game developed, emphasizing the importance of this group in protecting the quarterback and creating opportunities for offensive plays.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Offensive Line"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Offensive Line" is said worldwide
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ligne offensive
Transliteration: leen offansiv
"La ligne offensive a bien protégé le quarterback."
Offensive-Linie
Transliteration: Offensive-Linie
"Die Offensive-Linie hat den Quarterback gut geschützt."
linea offensiva
Transliteration: lee-nah offen-see-vah
"La linea offensiva ha dato tempo al quarterback per passare."
línea ofensiva
Transliteration: leen-yah ofen-see-vah
"La línea ofensiva protegió al mariscal de campo."
linha ofensiva
Transliteration: leen-yah ofen-see-vah
"A linha ofensiva deu tempo ao quarterback para lançar."
आक्रामक पंक्ति
Transliteration: Aakramak pankti
"आक्रामक पंक्ति ने क्वार्टरबैक की अच्छी रक्षा की।"
进攻线
Transliteration: jìngōng xiàn
"进攻线为四分卫提供了足够的保护。"
공격 라인
Transliteration: gonggyeok lain
"공격 라인이 쿼터백을 잘 보호했다."
オフェンシブライン
Transliteration: ofen-shibu rain
"オフェンシブラインはクォーターバックをしっかり守った。"
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