ˈfield ˌgoal noun [countable]

1. the act of kicking the ball over the goal in American football

2. the act of putting the ball through the net to get points in basketball

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field goal
n.
1. A score in football made by kicking the ball over the bar between the goal posts.
The Giants were not able to make a touchdown but they kicked two field goals.
Compare: EXTRA POINT.
2. A score in basketball made by a successful shot through the basket not made on a free throw.
A field goal counts two points.
Compare: FOUL SHOT, FREE THROW.

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