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sack

 

[ sรฆk ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in football

A tackle in which the quarterback is brought down behind the line of scrimmage before he is able to throw a pass.

Examples of usage

  • The defense got a sack on the quarterback.
  • After the sack, it was fourth down and long.
Context #2 | Noun

bag

A large bag made of a strong material such as burlap, used for storing and carrying goods.

Examples of usage

  • He filled the sack with potatoes.
  • She carried the sack of flour on her back.
Context #3 | Verb

dismiss

To dismiss someone from their job or position.

Examples of usage

  • They decided to sack the manager after the poor performance.
  • The company sacked half of its employees due to financial difficulties.

Translations

Translations of the word "sack" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น saco

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‹เคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sack

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ karung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ัˆะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ worek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ข‹ (ใตใใ‚)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sac

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ saco

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงuval

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž๋ฃจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูŠุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pytel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vrece

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ข‹ๅญ (dร izi)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vreฤa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sekkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒแƒœแƒ—แƒ (ch'anta)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงanta

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ saco

Word origin

The word 'sack' has a varied history, with different meanings and origins. In the context of football, the term comes from the early 20th century and is related to the act of bringing down the quarterback. The use of 'sack' to refer to a bag dates back to the 14th century, originating from Old French 'sac'. As a verb meaning 'dismiss', it has roots in Latin 'saccus' and Middle French 'sac'. Over time, 'sack' has evolved to encompass different meanings and contexts.

See also: sackbut, sacked, sacking.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,455 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.