Definition of "backline" [backline]

• Collectively, the players known as backs, whose job it is to create and exploit space. (noun)
• The imaginary tactical line across the field that passes through the backs, through their primary line of attack/defence (i.e. excluding any players in a more backward defensive position). (noun)

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• "D Paul Martin, the team's best player on the backline, is a potential free agent."
• "Indian scoring opportunity, and his intimidating size and solidity in the backline will be a valuable asset when the Socceroos face South Korea on January 15 AEDT."
• "A backline is a sum of parts and it was a relatively inexperienced centre combination outside him."