broken-field

[ broh-kuh n-feeld ]
/ ˈbroʊ kənˈfild /

adjective Football.

performed, as by a ball-carrier, in a wide-open area covered by few defensive players, as opposed to the heavily trafficked area near the line of scrimmage.

Origin of broken-field

An Americanism dating back to 1920–25

Definition for broken-field (2 of 2)

broken field

noun

Origin of broken field

An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900

Example sentences from the Web for broken-field

  • The left half, Cox, was a broken-field runner of renown as well as Claflin's best goal-kicker.

    Left Guard Gilbert |Ralph Henry Barbour