scrum-half

See also: scrumhalf

English

WOTD – 26 September 2025

Alternative forms

Etymology

From scrum +‎ half, in reference to position on the field of play; compare half-back and full-back. (This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.)

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈskrʌmhɑːf/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈskrʌmhæf/
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Noun

scrum-half (plural scrum-halves)

  1. (rugby) A player who introduces the ball into a scrum.
    Synonym: half-back

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