cornerman

/ˈkɔːrnərmæn/
noun
  1. A member of a boxer's support team who assists the boxer between rounds, providing advice, water, and medical attention.
    • The cornerman quickly wiped the blood from the boxer's eye.
    • He started as a cornerman before becoming a professional trainer.
    • A good cornerman knows how to motivate a tired fighter.
  2. A player positioned in a corner of the field or court in certain sports, such as soccer or hockey.
    • As a cornerman, she was responsible for taking all the corner kicks.
    • The cornerman sent a perfect cross into the penalty area.
    • The hockey cornerman passed the puck to the center.
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