goaltender
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English [edit]
Etymology [edit]
Noun [edit]
goaltender (plural goaltenders)
- (sports) a designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
Usage notes [edit]
In ice hockey and lacrosse goaltender is the correct term and in most other sports goalkeeper is the correct term. However, the terms are often used interchangeably.
Synonyms [edit]
Translations [edit]
player that protects a goal — see goalkeeper
