Meaning of the word footballer in English

What does footballer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

footballer

US /ˈfʊt.bɑː.lɚ/
UK /ˈfʊt.bɔː.lər/
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Noun

a person who plays football, especially as a professional

Example:
The young footballer scored a brilliant goal.
She dreams of becoming a professional footballer.