cover point

cover point
noun
Etymology: cover (I) + point
1.
a. : a cricket fielding position between point and mid off
b. : a player in this position
2.
a. : a lacrosse position between point and first defense
b. : a player in this position

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1. Cricket. the position and the player stationed near the point.
2. Lacrosse. the position and the player stationed before the point.
[1840-50]

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cover point noun
1. A fielding position on the offside, between point and extra cover, or a player in this position (cricket)
2. (in lacrosse) (the position of) one of the defending players
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Main Entry: ↑cover

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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