touchdown

US /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/
UK /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/
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an act of scoring in American football by carrying or passing the ball into the end zone, or by recovering it there. It counts for six points.

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The wide receiver made an incredible catch for a touchdown.
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The team scored three touchdowns in the first half.
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the moment when an aircraft or spacecraft lands on the ground or another planet

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The pilot announced a smooth touchdown at the airport.
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NASA confirmed the successful touchdown of the rover on Mars.
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