three-pointer

American  

[three-poin-ter] / ˈθriˈpɔɪn tər /

noun

1. Basketball. a field goal worth three points, made from behind a specified line three-point line.

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Example Sentences

Backup center Jaxson Hayes was outstanding in scoring 19 points on eight-for-eight shooting, including a three-pointer with six minutes and 41 seconds left.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Officials played a pivotal role in the game that came down to a winning three-pointer from the Lakers’ Luke Kennard with 0.6 seconds remaining.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

After Dent missed a free throw with 51 seconds left, Teng hit a three-pointer in the corner to cut the Bruins’ lead to two.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

James reached the points record earlier in part because Abdul-Jabbar played much of his career before the introduction of the three-pointer, but the field goal record is further testament to his longevity and prowess.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

I dribbled to the top of the key and got to thinking I was going to hit a three-pointer.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss