Etymology

catenaccio

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Today it means: A system of defensive play focused on nullifying opponents' attacks and preventing goal-scoring opportunities, typically using a libero. Full definition →

Italian catenaccio
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  1. Italian · borrowed fromcatenaccio
  2. English todaycatenaccio

Borrowed from Italian catenaccio, literally "bolt (for a door)".

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