Muff (Noun)
Meaning 1
(sports) dropping the ball.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The quarterback's muff on the punt return set up a field goal for the opposing team.
- The wide receiver's muff in the end zone resulted in a touchback for the other team.
- The return specialist's muff of the kickoff led to a short field for the offense.
- The defensive back's muff of the interception return allowed the opposing team to keep possession.
- In the championship game, the team's muff on the onside kick sealed their fate and ultimately led to their loss.
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Meaning 2
A warm tubular covering for the hands.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.