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Definition of winger

winger

/ˈwɪŋ.ər/
wing · er
Plural:wingers
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winger Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An attacking player positioned on either the left or right flank of the playing area in team sports such as soccer, ice hockey, or rugby.

Example

"The speedy winger sprinted down the sideline and delivered a precise cross into the penalty area."

2

A member or supporter of a specified political faction, usually used in combination such as left-winger or right-winger.

Example

"Both moderate and outspoken wingers within the party debated the new economic policy."

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• Rhymes for winger

• Nearby Words

wingdings
winged
winged bean
winger
wingless
winglet
winglike

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