goalkeeper

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal
  2. 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

Etymology

From goal + keeper.

In classic literature

Synonyms

goalie, goaltender, netkeeper, netminder

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