goalie
|goal/ie|
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🇺🇸
/ˈɡoʊli/
🇬🇧
/ˈɡəʊli/
goal protector
Etymology
Etymology Information
'goalie' originates from the word 'goalkeeper,' where 'goal' refers to the target area in sports and 'keeper' means someone who guards or protects.
Historical Evolution
'goalkeeper' was shortened to 'goalie' in colloquial usage, especially in sports contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'goalkeeper,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a player in sports such as soccer or hockey who is responsible for preventing the opposing team from scoring by guarding the goal.
The goalie made an incredible save during the match.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/14 22:18