backpass

[US]/ˈbæk.pɑːs/
[UK]/ˈbæk.pæs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.(Sports) A pass made backwards or to a player behind the passer; (Industrial) A flue or duct at the rear or back of a system
v.To make a backward pass, especially in sports
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

quick backpass

dangerous backpass

backpassing player

a backpass

backpass to

quick backpasses

backpass from

backpassed ball

the backpass

forward backpass

Example Sentences

the defender made a dangerous backpass that nearly resulted in an own goal.

the midfielder executed a clever backpass to switch the play to the other wing.

goalkeepers must be careful when handling backpasses from their teammates.

the team relied too heavily on backpasses instead of pushing forward.

a risky backpass in the penalty area gave the opposition a scoring opportunity.

the coach criticized the player for an unnecessary backpass during the attack.

the defender's precise backpass set up a quick counterattack from the back.

var reviewed the backpass to check if the goalkeeper had picked up the ball illegally.

the team practiced backpass patterns to improve their buildup play.

a casual backpass was intercepted by the opposition's pressing forward.

the defender launched a long backpass to find the winger on the opposite side.

the team used tactical backpasses to maintain possession and control the game tempo.

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now