three-pointer

noun

three-point·​er ˈthrē-ˈpȯin-tər 

: a basketball shot or field goal from beyond the three-point line

Examples of three-pointer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Two three-pointers from Burrell and one from Erica Wheeler got the Sparks within 41-39 at halftime. — Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026

Indiana responded with one of its best halves of the season, shooting 59% from the field and 79% on three-pointers on its way to a 106-92 victory over the New York Liberty. — CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026

The Fever recovered, with Mitchell’s three-point play and Cunningham’s three-pointer in the final minute of the period pushing the lead to 87-67. — Chantz Martin Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Toronto's Marina Mabrey led the Tempo with 36 points on 12-of-19 shooting, including seven three-pointers, keeping the game within reach through the third quarter. — Christopher Harris, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for three-pointer

• jointer
• pointer

Kids Definition

three-pointer

noun

: a basketball shot or field goal from beyond the three-point line