1. [countable] (in american football) the line of players from the team that does not have the ball who position themselves in front of the ball when it is on the ground before play starts again
   • ● Aside from Strahan, the defensive line was disappointing last season.
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2. [uncountable] the position of a player who plays on the defensive line
   • ● They both have the physical skills to play defensive line in the National Football League.
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