touchdowns
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈtətʃˌdaʊnz// UK //tˈʌtʃdaʊnz// touch·downs
n. the main way to score points in American football. It happens when a player carries the ball into the opponent's end zone or catches a pass while standing there.
n. the primary method of scoring in American and Canadian football, worth six points. It occurs when a player legally gains possession of the ball in the opponent's end zone.
The team scored three touchdowns in the first half.
After a long drive down the field, the quarterback threw a perfect pass for one of his two touchdowns.
The game remained scoreless until the final quarter, when a series of rapid touchdowns by the visiting team completely shifted the momentum and secured their victory.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural when discussing season statistics or high-scoring games.