Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

technical-foul

noun

ˈtɛknɪkəl faʊl

Definition

A violation in sports, often related to misconduct or unsportsmanlike behavior, rather than a physical foul.

Examples

During the game, the player received a technical foul for arguing with the referee.
Excessive celebration after a play can sometimes result in a technical foul.
The team’s coach was issued a technical foul for his behavior on the sidelines.

Meaning

In sports, a technical foul is called for actions that are not in the spirit of fair play, typically involving a breach of rules concerning the conduct of players and officials.