(in sports) the players who try to not allow the opposing team to score; the position or role of these players on the field
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savunma
a defensive soccer player positioned behind the main defenders to provide additional cover and clearances
![libero, sweeper](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
libero, sweeper
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the four defensive players, in a soccer match, whose main objective is to stop the opposing team from scoring goals
![dörtlü savunma, savunma dörtlüsü](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
dörtlü savunma, savunma dörtlüsü
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(American football) a defensive lineman who lines up in the center of the defensive line to stop the run and disrupt the offense
![burun taktiği, orta savunmacı](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
burun taktiği, orta savunmacı
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a football player who defends against the run and rushes the quarterback
![savunma ucu, savunma oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
savunma ucu, savunma oyuncusu
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(American football) a defensive player who stops the run, covers pass receivers, and strike the quarterback when needed
![linebacker, savunma oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
linebacker, savunma oyuncusu
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(American football) a defensive player positioned in the center of the field, responsible for coordinating and leading the defense
![orta linebacker, orta savunma oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
orta linebacker, orta savunma oyuncusu
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a defensive player in American football who primarily defends against the run and pass from the outer edges of the defensive formation
![dış linebacker, marj linebacker](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
dış linebacker, marj linebacker
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a defensive player in American football who covers wide receivers to prevent them from catching passes and defends against deep throws
![cornerback, köşe savunucusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
cornerback, köşe savunucusu
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a defensive back in American football who is the fifth defensive back, often used in passing situations
![nickelback, nickel savunma oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
nickelback, nickel savunma oyuncusu
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a defensive player in American football used primarily in situations requiring extra pass coverage
![dimeback](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
dimeback
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a player in football responsible for preventing the opposing team from completing forward passes and making significant gains
![defans oyuncusu, arka defans oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
defans oyuncusu, arka defans oyuncusu
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a player who is primarily responsible for defending their team's goal or territory, and preventing the opposing team from scoring
![savunucu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
savunucu
the player who throws the ball toward home plate, aiming to get batters out and prevent runs
![atıcı, yıldız oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
atıcı, yıldız oyuncusu
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a defensive player in baseball who fields positions within the diamond, including first base, second base, shortstop, and third base
![infield oyuncusu, iç saha oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
infield oyuncusu, iç saha oyuncusu
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a defensive player in baseball who fields positions in the outfield, including left field, center field, and right field
![dış saha oyuncusu, saha oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
dış saha oyuncusu, saha oyuncusu
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a cricket player positioned on the boundary or deep in the field who catches high balls and stops runs
![dış saha oyuncusu, saha oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
dış saha oyuncusu, saha oyuncusu
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(baseball) an infielder who plays near first base and catches throws to get batters out
![birinci kaptan, birinci üs](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
birinci kaptan, birinci üs
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a defensive player positioned on the left side of the field or court in field hockey and soccer
![sol yarı, sol bek](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
sol yarı, sol bek
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a versatile defensive player in soccer, often acting as a sweeper, positioned behind the main line of defense
![libero](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
libero
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a volleyball player who specializes in quick attacks and blocking in the center of the net
![orta oyuncu, orta smaçör](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
orta oyuncu, orta smaçör
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a key player in soccer responsible for both defending and attacking, often positioned in the middle of the field
![orta saha oyuncusu, merkez orta saha oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
orta saha oyuncusu, merkez orta saha oyuncusu
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a soccer player positioned centrally who primarily focuses on defending and breaking up the opposition's attacks
![merkez savunma orta sahası, defansif orta saha oyuncusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
merkez savunma orta sahası, defansif orta saha oyuncusu
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(volleyball) a player known for exceptional defensive skills, particularly in receiving serves and digging balls
![savunma uzmanı, defansif uzman](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
savunma uzmanı, defansif uzman
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a player in American football who prevents defensive players from tackling the ball carrier or quarterback
![blokaj yapan, koruyucu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
blokaj yapan, koruyucu
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a player in ice hockey, whose primary role is to defend their team's goal and prevent the opposing team from scoring
![savunma oyuncusu, mavi hat savunucusu](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
savunma oyuncusu, mavi hat savunucusu
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(basketball) the defensive players responsible for guarding the opposing team's guards
![arka saha, arka oyuncuları](https://api.langeek.co/v1/assets/flags/tr.png)
arka saha, arka oyuncuları
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