midfield
/ˈmɪd.fiːld/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: midfields
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The portion of a team which typically plays centrally, between the attack (or forwards) and the defence (or backs).
Noun
Examples
Ferguson, perhaps recalling how United had been comprehensively outfought in the 3-1 defeat at Liverpool last season, opted for a side with a more pragmatic look with Phil Jones moved into a midfield role.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The middle of the field of play.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “midfield” mean?
The portion of a team which typically plays centrally, between the attack (or forwards) and the defence (or backs).
Is “midfield” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.