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

The Sun took a 7-2 lead off a pull-up three-pointer by Miller. — Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Ever wanted to shoot a three-pointer like Chicago Bulls legend Craig Hodges? — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 17 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

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