free throw line

noun

, Basketball.

1. foul line ( def 2 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of free throw line¹

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

It should go without saying that getting to the rim and the free throw line makes it easier to close games.

From Washington Post

Beal had 28 points, including 12 makes at the free throw line.

From Washington Post

Shortly after checking in midway through the first quarter, Avdija batted a pass near the free throw line, picked up the loose ball and turned to charge up court for a layup.

From Washington Post

They weren’t much better from the free throw line, where they made 2 of 7.

From Washington Post

Virginia led for all but 21 seconds, shot 52 percent and went 11 for 12 from the free throw line.

From Washington Post

Playing basketball with a bunch of kids got real embarrassing, real fast: Obama stands at the free-throw line, cameras rolling.

From The Daily Beast

In case of a foul, a 15 foot line measured from the pin in the circle is used as a free throw line.

From Project Gutenberg