three-point line

noun

ˈthrē-ˈpȯint- 

: a line on a basketball court forming an arc at a set distance (such as 22 feet) from the basket beyond which a field goal counts for three points

Examples of three-point line in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Brady was grouped with Novak Djokovic and eventual overall winner Justin Bieber (both of whom hit multiple shots from the three-point line). — David Betancourt, New York Times, 20 July 2026

And to put into perspective how long ago that was, in 1973 hockey players didn't wear helmets, basketball had no three-point line. — Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 16 July 2026

The indoor half basketball court, complete with a three-point line and barreled ceilings overhead, is complemented by a full gym and steam room. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 June 2026

Anderson’s passing ability is also impressive, which will help him and his team if defenses run multiple defenders at him to keep him off the three-point line. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 17 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for three-point line

• alkaline
• andesine
• anodyne
• anticline
• arginine
• asinine
• benzidine
• borderline
• byzantine
• calamine
• caroline
• centerline

Kids Definition

three-point line

noun

: a line on a basketball court forming an arc at a set distance (as 22 feet) from the basket beyond which a field goal counts for three points