touchdown (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtʌtʃdaʊn/

Definition

In American and Canadian football, a score achieved by carrying or catching the ball in the opponent's end zone, worth six points.

Examples

• The team scored their first touchdown in the second quarter.

• It was a spectacular catch for a touchdown in the final minute.

• A field goal is worth three points, while a touchdown is worth six.

How to Use touchdown

score a touchdown (collocation)

To achieve a touchdown. — "The running back scored a touchdown on the opening play."

in touchdown (prepositional phrase)

Referring to the act of scoring a touchdown. — "The player was celebrated for his two touchdowns in the game."

touchdown pass (collocation)

A forward pass that results in a touchdown. — "It was a difficult touchdown pass to complete under pressure."

Synonyms of touchdown

Words with a similar meaning to touchdown:

• score
• goal
• major score
• six-pointer

Antonyms of touchdown

Words with the opposite meaning to touchdown:

• field goal
• safety
• turnover

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