forward pass

noun

: a pass (as in football) made in the direction of the opponent's goal

Examples of forward pass in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

From the forward pass increasing the importance of offensive difference-makers to goalie masks and other safety standards that meant longevity for the best players, the NHL is constantly adapting to change. — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 6 July 2026

The number of forward passes played beyond the defensive line has more than doubled since the previous World Cup, underscoring how build-up patterns have evolved. — Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

The Blitzboks had a last-gasp try ruled out by a forward pass. — ABC News, 31 May 2026

Football got off to a boring start with coach Sean Lewis, but has improved, even though the school that invented the forward pass has trouble now in that department. — Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for forward pass

• fiberglass
• fibreglass
• hourglass
• isinglass
• lemongrass
• martinmas
• orchardgrass
• overpass
• plexiglas
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• superclass

Kids Definition

forward pass

noun

: a pass in football thrown in the direction of the opponent's goal