free throw

noun

: an unhindered shot in basketball made from behind a set line and awarded because of a foul by an opponent

Examples of free throw in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Knueppel had three points — all on free throws — and committed two turnovers in his short time on the court. — Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2026

Grant made a 3-pointer and then converted two free throws to build the lead to 17-8. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026

Stokes made one of two free throws, then fouled Akira Jacobs on a 3-point basket. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026

Curry made 11 of 12 free throws, missing his final attempt with five seconds left. — ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for free throw

• acknow
• aglow
• ago
• airglow
• aloe
• altho
• although
• ammo
• backflow
• backhoe
• banjo
• barbeau

Kids Definition

free throw

noun

: a basketball shot worth one point that must be made from behind a specific line and is given because of a foul by an opponent