English Explanatory Dictionary

long ball

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A kick in which the ball is kicked over the heads of other players into an empty space, into which an attacker is moving.
  2. A strategy focused on sending the ball upfield directly to the striker, especially one with few other tactical innovations.
  3. A home run
  4. A three-point shot.

Word forms

long ball long balls

Synonyms

route one football route-one
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