goalkeeper

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡɔːl.kiːpɚ/ En-us-goalkeeper.ogg

Word forms

goalkeeper goalkeepers goal-keeper goal keeper

Etymology

From goal + keeper.

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