starting lineup
First-string players listed
The starting lineup is the group of players who begin a game on the field or court, as opposed to substitutes who enter later.
Coaches announce their starting lineup before tipoff or kickoff.
The term extends to any initial roster of participants: Here's the starting lineup for tonight's panel discussion.
- rosterList of members
- sidelineSecondary business pursuit
- locker roomShared space for dressing
- batting orderSequence of hitters
- active rosterEligible players currently available
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