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Definition of upfield

upfield

/ˈʌpˌfiːld/
up · field

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• adverb

1

In or toward the direction of the opposing team's goal on a sports field.

Example

"After catching the short pass, the running back sprinted twenty yards upfield."

• adjective

1

Located in or directed toward the opposing team's end of a playing field.

Example

"The quarterback looked for an open receiver making an upfield cut."

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• noun

1

The area of a sports field located farther ahead toward the opponent's goal line.

Example

"The defenders maintained tight coverage across the upfield to prevent any long passes."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Upfield. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/upfield
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