Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

score-a-touchdown

verb
/skɔr ə ˈtʌtʃdaʊn/
Definition
To successfully advance the football into the end zone, resulting in a touchdown during a game of American football.
Examples
  • The team worked hard all season to score a touchdown in the championship game.
  • During the final minutes of the match, he managed to score a touchdown, securing their victory.
Meaning
To achieve a score of six points by carrying the football into the opponent’s end zone or catching a pass while in the end zone.
Synonyms
  • achieve a touchdown
  • reach the end zone