free throw

American  

noun

Basketball.

1. foul shot.

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free throw British  

noun

1. basketball an unimpeded shot at the basket from the free-throw line given for a technical fault (one free shot) or a foul (two free shots)

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Etymology

Origin of free throw

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

He continued his efficient shooting by making seven for nine shots from the field and going eight for eight from the free throw line.

From Los Angeles Times

The Lakers’ new big man went to the free throw line.

From Los Angeles Times

The fans even chanted “M-V-P!” when Reaves shot two free throws midway through the fourth quarter, a sign of how dominant he was.

From Los Angeles Times

Doncic shot a technical foul free throw with 3:33 left in the game.

From Los Angeles Times

One athlete might think it’s fun to wake up with a cold plunge, a half-hour plank and 1000 free throws at 4 a.m.

From The Wall Street Journal