English Explanatory Dictionary

wrong-foot

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To cause a competitor to move or put weight on the wrong foot, as by making an unexpected move.
  2. To play the ball in an unexpected direction, forcing (the opponent) to change direction suddenly.
  3. To catch (someone) off balance, off guard; to surprise.
  4. To place (someone) at a tactical disadvantage.

Word forms

wrong-foot wrong-foots wrong-footing wrong-footed wrong foot wrongfoot

Related words

on the wrong foot start off on the wrong foot
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