Linesmen Meaning in English
word · lemma: linesman
Definition
'Linesmen' are officials in sports like football (soccer), tennis, or ice hockey who watch the sidelines and signal when the ball or puck goes out of play or help with decisions.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in British English, especially for football/soccer and tennis. In American English, 'linesman' for hockey, or 'line judge' (tennis), or 'assistant referee' (modern soccer/FIFA). Always plural for a team, singular for one person. Related to officiating—the word is not used for people who physically draw or paint lines.
Example Sentences
The linesmen raised their flags when the ball went out.
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There are two linesmen in a soccer match.
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The linesmen help the referee see fouls.
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The coach complained that the linesmen missed an offside call.
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During the match, the linesmen were very alert.
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The linesmen made a big difference in the final result.
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