Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

drop-back

noun

/drɒp bæk/

Definition

A sudden or unexpected retreat or decrease in position or status.

Examples

The team’s drop-back allowed the defense to regroup and adjust their strategy.
During the last minutes of the game, the player made a crucial drop-back to find his teammate for a winning shot.

Meaning

In the context of a game or strategy, particularly in sports or discussions, ‘drop-back’ refers to the act of a player withdrawing or moving backwards to reassess a situation, often used in football where a quarterback drops back to pass the ball.