Meaning of the word "assistant referee" in English

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assistant referee

US /əˌsɪs.tənt ˈref.ə.ri/

UK /əˌsɪs.tənt ˈref.ə.ri/

an official who assists the referee in a soccer match, typically by indicating when the ball is out of play or when a player is offside

Example:

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The assistant referee raised the flag for offside.

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The decision was confirmed by the assistant referee.

Synonym:

linesman linewoman

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