goalkeeper
Translation
goalkeeper, goalie, goaltender
Examples
The goalkeeper saved the penalty.
The goalkeeper saved the penalty.
She is the best goalkeeper in the team.
She is the best goalkeeper in the team.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the goalkeeper)) a player who defends the goal The goalkeeper saved the penalty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: goalie, keeper, netminder
Etymology
A compound word: 'goal' + 'keeper'. Someone who keeps or guards the goal.
Memory Tips
Literally someone who 'keeps' the 'goal'. Easy to remember if you know the two parts.