Meaning & use
placekicker
A football player who specializes in kicking field goals and extra points.
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The placekicker calmly split the uprights to win the game as time expired.
A strong leg and steady nerves are essential for any good placekicker.
A note on using this word
Placekicker refers specifically to kicks made from a stationary, placed ball, as opposed to a punter, who kicks the ball after dropping it.
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