dime back

A form of dimeback — A sixth defensive back (in addition to two cornerbacks, two safeties and a nickelback) who is deployed for additional pass coverage.

Meanings

noundime back (plural dime backs)

plural dime backs

  1. alternativeAlternative form of dimeback.

Rhymes & wordplay

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APA

dime back. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/dime%20back

MLA

“dime back.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/dime%20back. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “dime back,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/dime%20back.

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