1. A player who plays in the center position on a hockey team, typically responsible for taking face-offs and playing both offense and defense.
Usage: primarily Canadian English; also spelled 'center' in U.S. English
2. A player who plays in the center position in other sports, such as lacrosse or basketball.
Usage: primarily Canadian English

Examples

• The team's best centreman scored three goals in the playoff game.
• He was drafted as a centreman but later moved to the wing position.
• The centreman is responsible for winning the face-off at the start of each play.
• She plays centreman on the lacrosse team and is known for her speed.
• A skilled centreman can control the pace of the game from the middle of the ice.