CEFR B1

touchdown

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: score, goal, major score, six-pointer

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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."

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