1. in American football, a play in which the ball is downed behind the goal line after being kicked, passed, or fumbled by the opposing team, resulting in the receiving team getting possession at their own 20-yard line
Usage: American football

Examples

• The punt resulted in a touchback when it bounced into the end zone.
• After the kickoff went through the end zone, it was ruled a touchback.
• The fumble recovery in the end zone led to a touchback for the defense.
• The quarterback’s pass was intercepted in the end zone for a touchback.
• The team will start their drive from the 20-yard line after the touchback.
• The returner wisely took a knee in the end zone to secure the touchback.