openside

See also: open-side

English

Etymology

open +‎ side

Noun

openside (plural opensides) (also open side)

  1. (rugby), the space on the side of the pitch with the larger distance between the breakdown/set piece and the touchline; compare blindside.
  2. (rugby union) short for openside flanker, a position in rugby union, usually number 7.
    The openside [flanker] packs down at the scrum on the openside.

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