Associations to the word «Goaltender»

Wiktionary

GOALTENDER, noun. (sports) a designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.

Dictionary definition

GOALTENDER, noun. The soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal.
GOALTENDER, 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.

Wise words

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