Meaning Of The Word Field goal

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What's The Definition Of Field goal?

field goal
countable noun: In football, a field goal is a score of three points that is gained by kicking the ball through the opponent's goalposts above the crossbar.

field goal in American English
a shot, made while the ball is in play, that goes through the basket
noun: a three-point goal made by place-kicking or drop-kicking the ball between the opponent's goalposts above the crossbar

field goal in British English
noun: a goal scored while the ball is in normal play rather than from a free throw

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