seagulling

Definition

The practice, in Rugby Union, of forwards running in the back line rather than concentrating on their primary positional duties in open play (see rugby union positions).

Etymology

By surface analysis, seagull + -ing.

Example Sentences

• "As long as he can stay away from the seagulling in the tight games."
• "Jack has to cut out the seagulling and get in and do the dirty work."
• "And while Williams cut down the seagulling, he still wasn't hitting the breakdown with any vigour."