Meaning of the word "free safety" in English

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free safety

US /friː ˈseɪf.ti/
UK /friː ˈseɪf.ti/
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Noun

1.

a defensive back in American football who typically plays deep in the secondary and is responsible for covering wide receivers and assisting in run defense

Example:
The free safety made a crucial interception in the end zone.
A good free safety needs excellent coverage skills and speed.
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