goaltender

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English

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Etymology

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From goal +‎ tender.

Noun

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goaltender (plural goaltenders)

  1. (sports) a designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.

Usage notes

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In ice hockey and lacrosse goaltender is the correct term and in most other sports goalkeeper is the correct term. However, the terms are often used interchangeably.

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