Phrase guide

extra point

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A point scored after a touchdown by kicking the ball through the goal posts or by advancing to the end zone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: American-football, ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

in American football a point awarded for a successful place kick following a touchdown

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: point after, point after touchdown

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: conversion, point

History

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Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: lisäpiste — point scored after touchdown