Meaning of the word "power forward" in English

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power forward

US /ˈpaʊər ˌfɔːrwərd/
UK /ˈpaʊər ˌfɔːrwərd/
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Noun

1.

a player in basketball who plays near the basket and is typically a good rebounder and scorer

Example:
The team's new power forward is known for his strong rebounding.
He plays as a power forward and is a key player in their offense.
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