touchline

American

[tuhch-lahyn] / ˈtʌtʃˌlaɪn /

noun

Rugby, Soccer.

any of the outer lines line 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

Example Sentences

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Son should have had another assist, pulling it back from the touchline to Bouanga, who this time could not latch on to the opportunity.

From Barron's

Guardiola grew frustrated with City's failure to kill off Newcastle, urging his players to "keep the ball better" as he stalked the touchline.

From Barron's

Costelow, who was starting his first game since July 2025 with Edwards having played the past seven games, converted from the touchline.

From BBC

At times Guardiola has been seen calling for restraint in his attackers' movements from the touchline, despite affording them more freedom in these areas than in previous seasons.

From BBC

From a wing position, a player is essentially playing at 180 degress – with half of the pitch cut off by the touchline.

From BBC

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