How to Pronounce Fullback

To pronounce "fullback", say FULLB-ack — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

FULLB-ack

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💡 Tip for remembering “fullback”

"fullback" has 2 syllables: fullb-ack. It rhymes with crack and slack, if that helps it stick.

What does fullback mean?

noun

  1. A player who plays on the left or right side of defence.
  2. The player who wears the number 15 jersey at the start of play. The last line of defence responsible for catching punts.

noun

  1. An offensive back whose primary jobs are to block in advance of the halfback on running plays and for the quarterback on passing plays.
  2. A position behind the main line of backs in both rugby union and rugby league.

Words that rhyme with fullback

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crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fullback"?▾

"Fullback" has 2 syllables: fullb · ack.

What does "fullback" mean?▾

Fullback: A player who plays on the left or right side of defence.

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