터치다운; 득점; 점수
A score in American football, worth six points, achieved by carrying the ball into the opponent's end zone or catching a pass there.
예문:
"The quarterback threw a perfect spiral for the game-winning touchdown in the final seconds."
"After the interception, the defense ran the ball back for an unexpected touchdown."
"The team celebrated wildly after scoring their third touchdown of the quarter."
착륙; 접지; 도달
The moment when an aircraft or spacecraft makes contact with the ground or another surface during landing.
예문:
"Mission control confirmed successful touchdown of the lunar module."
"We are expecting touchdown at JFK airport in approximately fifteen minutes."
"The pilot executed a smooth touchdown despite the heavy crosswinds."
토네이도 접지; 회오리 착지
An instance of a tornado making contact with the ground.
예문:
"Local authorities issued a warning after reports of multiple tornado touchdowns in the area."
"The storm system was capable of producing a violent touchdown, causing widespread damage."