Word Noun
goaltender
n.
B2 Upper Intermediate UK /ɡˈəʊltɛndɐ/ goal·tender UK spelling goaltenders
Definition
n.the player in a team sport who tries to stop the ball, puck, or other object from entering the goal. You usually see this person wearing special protective gear.
n.the player in a team sport whose primary responsibility is to prevent the opposing team from scoring by blocking shots on goal.
Examples
“The goaltender blocked the final shot to win the game.”
“After the team lost the first two games, the coach decided to replace the goaltender with a younger player.”
“A professional goaltender must possess exceptional reflexes and the ability to read the play several seconds before the puck reaches the net.”
Etymology
From goal + tender.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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