mark*ing
Definition
1. This is a defensive strategy that a team uses when they pair up one of their defenders against one of their opponents. The defensive player’s main objective is to prevent the offensive player from playing any part in a goal, making a pass or even receiving a pass from a teammate. The defensive player has to play extremely close to the offensive player in order for this defensive strategy to be effective.
Example
1. Jones has been marking Beckham all afternoon, and has been attached to his hip nearly the entire match so that he has no chance of making a play on the ball or even receiving a pass.
Sport The Term Is Used
1. Soccer
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