1
: one who sets up or repairs electric wire communication or power lines
called also linesman
2
: a player in the forward line of a team
specifically
: a football player in the line
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Russell’s storied family athletic legacy was a driving factor in the lineman’s development.
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Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
As coach Jim Harbaugh mentioned Saturday, the Chargers only had three offensive linemen under contract for 2026 when last season ended.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Tyler Ford, offensive line Ford is a big-bodied offensive lineman who committed to Miami in April.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Jones is accused in the killing of Bryan Pata, a 22-year-old Hurricanes star defensive lineman who was expected to be a top NFL draft pick.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 4 May 2026
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Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
As coach Jim Harbaugh mentioned Saturday, the Chargers only had three offensive linemen under contract for 2026 when last season ended.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Tyler Ford, offensive line Ford is a big-bodied offensive lineman who committed to Miami in April.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Jones is accused in the killing of Bryan Pata, a 22-year-old Hurricanes star defensive lineman who was expected to be a top NFL draft pick.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 4 May 2026
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“Lineman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lineman. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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lineman
noun
line·man
ˈlīn-mən 
1
: one who sets up or repairs power or telephone lines
2
: a football player whose position is on the line of scrimmage
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