middle guard
The term "middle guard" has distinct meanings in sports, particularly American football, and historical military contexts, especially during Napoleon's era.
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Definition
B2American Football
(sports)A defensive player positioned directly opposite the offensive center, responsible for stopping runs and pressuring the quarterback.
Example
- The middle guard sacked the quarterback, causing a significant loss of yards.
- In a 3-4 defense, the middle guard plays a crucial role in controlling the line of scrimmage.
C1Napoleon's Imperial Guard
(historical, military)A division of elite soldiers ranking between the veteran Old Guard and the less experienced Young Guard.
Example
- The Middle Guard was instrumental in several of Napoleon's battles, including the pivotal Battle of Waterloo.
- Soldiers in the Middle Guard were known for their discipline and combat skills.
B2General Usage
(general)An intermediate level of protection or defense in various contexts.
Example
- The company employs a middle guard strategy to balance security and accessibility.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "middle guard":
main guardmiddle infieldmiddle legmid offon guardnew guardguard bandcenter field