touch down

US /tʌtʃ daʊn/
UK /tʌtʃ daʊn/
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an act of an aircraft or spacecraft landing on the ground

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The pilot announced that they would touch down in ten minutes.
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The spacecraft made a smooth touchdown on the lunar surface.
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landingdescent
2.

(in American football) a score of six points made by carrying or catching the ball into the opposing end zone

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The team scored a crucial touchdown in the final minute of the game.
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The quarterback threw a perfect pass for the touchdown.
1.

of an aircraft or spacecraft) land

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The plane is expected to touch down at 3 PM.
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The helicopter will touch down on the helipad.
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landalight
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