tight end . tight end {n.} An end in football who plays close to the tackle in the line. The tight end is used to catch passes but most often to block. Contrast: SPLIT END. Categories: add yours {n.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: T Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Discuss