Definition of "wingback" in English

noun

1. (soccer) A player who doubles on either side of the center as a defender when their team is defending, and a winger when they are attacking.

2. (American football) A running back who is in formation near the line of scrimmage and outside the tackles, a slotback.

3. One of the projecting side pieces on a wingback chair.

4. A wingback chair.