Meaning & Definition of Goalkeeper in English
English⟶
Goalkeeper
/goʊlkipər/
noun
1. The soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal
synonym:
- goalkeeper,
- goalie,
- goaltender,
- netkeeper,
- netminder
2. 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
synonym:
- goalkeeper,
- goalie,
- goaltender,
- netkeeper