Translations for flanker in the English»Spanish Dictionary

flanker [Am ˈflæŋkər, Brit ˈflaŋkə] N

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1. flanker (in US football):

flanker

corredor m de bola (situado a un lado del mariscal de campo o corebac)

2. flanker (in rugby):

flanker

ala m

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He played mainly in the ruck but was also used as a half forward flanker. en.wikipedia.org

For the centre and flanker that was like a haulier being told that two of his fleet of six 18 wheelers were off the road. www.independent.ie

He plays as a flanker, but has been occasionally used as a lock. en.wikipedia.org

My main role as a flanker is, defensively, to tie in with the back line to ensure that the defence works well. en.wikipedia.org

A related concept is the flanker brand, a term often found in the mobile phone industry. en.wikipedia.org

His preferred position is at hooker, although he can play at flanker. en.wikipedia.org

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