Penalty Free Throw (Noun)
Meaning
An unhindered basketball shot from the foul line; given to penalize the other team for committing a foul.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The player stepped up to the line and sank the penalty free throw with ease, securing the win for her team.
- He was awarded two penalty free throws after being fouled by the opposing team's point guard.
- The crowd held its breath as the star player lined up for the penalty free throw that would tie the game.
- The referee called a foul and sent the player to the line for a penalty free throw.
- The team's 90% penalty free throw average was a key factor in their success this season.