Definition of Goalkeeper

1. Noun. The soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal.


2. Noun. The defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring.
Exact synonyms: Goalie, Goaltender, Netkeeper
Generic synonyms: Position

Definition of Goalkeeper

1. Noun. (sports) a designated player that protects a goal by attempting to prevent the opposing team from scoring. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Goalkeeper

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Goalkeeper

goal umpires
goalball
goalballer
goalbound
goalbox
goalboxes
goaled
goaler
goalers
goalhanger
goalhangers
goalie
goalies
goaling
goalkeeper (current term)
goalkeepers
goalkeeping
goalkicker
goalkickers
goalless
goallessly
goallessness
goalline
goalmouth
goalmouths
goalpost
goalposts
goals
goalscorer

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