blindside

English

/ˈblaɪndˌsaɪd/

noun
Definitions
  • (automotive) A driver's field of blindness around an automobile; the side areas behind the driver.
  • (figurative) A person's weak point.
  • (rugby) The space on the side of the pitch with the shorter distance between the breakdown/set piece and the touchline; compare openside.
  • (rugby union) The blindside flanker, a position in rugby union, usually number 6.

Etymology

Compound from English blind + English side (long, trailing, ample, vast, distant).

Origin

English

side

Gloss

long, trailing, ample, vast, distant

Concept
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Ontological Category

Action/Process

Kanji

遠

Emoji
🤥 🦒

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