off side
The term 'off side' varies in meaning across different sports, but generally refers to specific positions or rules related to player placement or orientation.
Definition
B2Soccer, Hockey, Rugby
(technical)A rule violation where a player is ahead of the ball and closer to the opponent's goal than the second-last defender when the ball is played.
Example
- The striker was flagged for being off side just before he scored.
C1Cricket
(technical)The side of the pitch away from the batsman's legs as he takes his stance, typically the right side for a right-handed batsman.
Example
- The bowler aimed his delivery towards the off side.
C1Equestrianism
(technical)The right-hand side of a horse.
Example
- Mount the horse from the off side.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "off side":
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