1. a football player who lines up in the backfield between the offensive tackle and split end
Usage: American football

Examples

• The slotback caught a quick pass over the middle.
• Coach moved him from wide receiver to slotback.
• The slotback ran a crossing route on third down.
• Their best slotback has great hands and runs precise routes.
• The quarterback looked for his slotback on the short slant.
• The slotback position requires speed and agility.