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

Late in the fourth quarter, Kaluma lined up a three-pointer, setting his feet and scoring from 29 feet out. — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026

Herro ranks sixth in franchise history in all-time points scored (7,664 points) and second in all-time three-pointers made (1,068 threes). — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026

Coach Mike Brown praised his two-way play, and Shamet delivered with historic playoff shooting, hitting 29 of 61 three-pointers. — Tom Rende, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

The ball was used on the game’s second-to-last play, when star forward OG Anunoby tipped in point guard Jalen Brunson’s missed three-pointer, securing a 107–106 victory. — Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 22 June 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