blind side


noun

the part of one's field of vision, as to the side and rear, where one is unable to see approaching objects.
the side opposite that toward which a person is looking.

Origin of blind side

First recorded in 1600–10

British Dictionary definitions for blind side

blind side

noun

rugby the side of the field between the scrum and the nearer touchline
the side on which a person's vision is obscured

verb blind-side

(tr) US to take (someone) by surprise

Idioms and Phrases with blind side

blind side

see under blind spot.