noun
- a player in ice hockey or lacrosse whose primary role is to defend against the opposing team’s attacks
Usage: sports
Examples
- The defenseman blocked the shot with his stick.
- She plays defenseman for the university hockey team.
- The coach moved him from forward to defenseman this season.
- A good defenseman can quickly transition from defense to offense.
- The defenseman cleared the puck from in front of the goal.
- He’s considered one of the best defensemen in the league.