0 a player whose position is at either of the two sides of the field in a team game such as football or hockey: --
A winger who can play on either flank, his qualities of speed and finesse cause a regular problem for opposing defenses.
The far-right wingers sit over there.
And good "wingers" are worth their weight in gold and are greatly to be treasured.
Some, indeed, do not want to be chairmen, and find their fulfilment in being good "wingers".
Wingers of both sorts are important in a football team.