Goalie

/ˈɡoʊli/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A player whose primary responsibility is to prevent the opposing team from scoring by guarding the goal.

The goalie made an incredible save in the final minutes of the match.

A person who plays the position of goalkeeper in sports such as soccer, ice hockey, or field hockey.

Our goalie is the most skilled player on the team and has won several awards.

An informal term for a goalkeeper, often used in casual conversation or among fans.

That goalie just broke the record for most shutouts in a season!

Derived from 'goalkeeper', combining 'goal' and the suffix '-ie', a diminutive.

between the pipes

Refers to the area where a goalie plays, specifically for hockey.

light the lamp

To score a goal, often in relation to what the goalie is trying to prevent.

last line of defense

Refers to the goalie being the final player stopping the opponent from scoring.

goal

The area or structure in sports where players aim to score.

keeper

Informal term for a goalkeeper.

defense

The action of protecting the goal, typically involving other players.

Brick wall

He was a brick wall in net, stopping every shot.

Netminder

The netminder had a stellar game, blocking everything thrown at him.