Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foul-line
noun
/faʊl laɪn/
Definition
A line in sports that marks the boundary for fouls, especially in basketball and bowling.
Examples
- The player stepped over the foul line while taking his free throw.
- In bowling, the foul line is crucial; if you cross it, the roll doesn’t count.
Meaning
The foul line is used to indicate the limit beyond which a player is penalized for a foul, often associated with free throw shots in basketball and the delivery of the bowling ball.
Synonyms
- penalty line
- foul boundary
