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Meaning of the word winger in English

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winger

US /ˈwɪŋ.ɚ/
UK /ˈwɪŋ.ɚ/
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Noun

1.

a player in soccer, rugby, or field hockey who plays in a wide position on the field, typically on the left or right side, and whose main role is to attack and cross the ball into the penalty area

Example:
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The speedy winger dribbled past two defenders and delivered a perfect cross.
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Our team needs a strong left winger to improve our attack.
Synonym:
wide playerflanker
2.

a person or group representing the extreme right or left wing of a political party or movement

Example:
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The party's left winger argued for more radical social reforms.
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He is known as a right-winger due to his conservative views.
Synonym:
extremistradicalhardliner
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