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on⋅side

[on-sahyd, awn-]
–adjective, adverb Sports.
not offside; being within the prescribed line or area at the beginning of or during play or a play.

Origin:
1840–50; on + side 1
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on·side   (ŏn'sīd', ôn'-)   
adv.   & adj. Sports
In such a position as to be able to play or receive a ball or puck legally.
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