goaltender

English

Etymology

goal +‎ tender

Noun

goaltender (plural goaltenders)

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

Usage notes

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

Translations
player that protects a goal — see goalkeeper
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