Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
line-out
Noun
/ˈlaɪn aʊt/
Definition
A method of restarting play in rugby where players lift a teammate to catch the ball thrown in from the sideline.
Examples
- During the match, the team executed a perfectly timed line-out to regain possession of the ball.
- The players practiced their line-out strategies extensively in training.
- After the line-out, the team organized quickly to set up for a clear attack.
Meaning
In rugby, a line-out occurs when the ball goes out of play over the sideline, and it involves a throw-in from the team not responsible for the ball going out.
Synonyms
- Throw-in
- Re-start
