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