Touchdown

/ˈtʌtʃdaʊn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

In American football, a touchdown is a score worth six points, achieved by carrying the ball into the opposing team's end zone or catching it there.

The quarterback threw a perfect pass that resulted in a touchdown.

The act of an aircraft landing on the ground.

The airplane's touchdown was smooth, and the passengers applauded.

verb

To score a touchdown in American football.

The team was determined to touchdown before the end of the first half.

The term combines 'touch', referring to contact made with the ground or goal, and 'down', indicating a downward motion.

touchdown dance

A celebratory dance performed by a player after scoring a touchdown.

touchdown pass

A pass from one player to another resulting in a touchdown.

touchdown (in aviation)

The moment an aircraft safely lands on the ground.

score

The act of getting points in a game or competition.

goal

A point scored in sports, or an aim or desired result.

To achieve success or victory.

He totally touched down with that project pitch.

To fall to the ground or lower oneself.

After the hike, we touched down on the grass to rest.