Meaning of number three | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The batsman who bats third.
2. A left back.
3. A player who is the backup to the two primary goalkeepers - number one and number two.
4. A small town where theatrical performances are unlikely to meet with much success.
5. The act of masturbation, especially when done in a bathroom.
   euphemistic

Equivalents

Examples

“His transfer, controversial for 18 months now, may also rank as the most tetchy ever to have involved a mere left-back. He may claim the highest wage in the history of the number three...”

“With his quality, I wouldn’t want him sitting here being number three or number two, he’s a good enough goalkeeper to go and play in the Championship.”

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