touchline

American

[tuhch-lahyn] / ˈtʌtʃˌlaɪn /

noun

Rugby, Soccer.

any of the outer lines bordering the playing field.

touchline British

/ ˈtʌtʃˌlaɪn /

noun

either of the lines marking the side of the playing area in certain games, such as rugby

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Etymology

Origin of touchline

First recorded in 1545–55; touch + line ¹

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After speaking to the managers and captains, the referee signalled for the players to come over to the touchline with play unable to resume.

From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2026

Kompany was on the touchline for Wednesday's match and Eberl questioned whether he "should have put the brakes on him earlier".

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

Kai Havertz has consistently moved over to the right touchline.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

The Barcelona winger hugged the touchline for much of the World Cup, being released in behind before crossing it, rather than finding space in the box.

From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026

It came near the end of the game, as Muamer was chasing down a ball near the touchline, alongside a puddle that ran the length of the field just beyond the boundary.

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