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1. goalkeeper

noun. ['ˈgoʊlˌkiːpɝ'] the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal.

Etymology

  • goal (English)
  • gol (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • keeper (English)
  • -er (English)

Rhymes with Goalkeeper

  • beekeeper
  • bookkeeper
  • crowkeeper
  • doorkeeper
  • gamekeeper
  • gatekeeper
  • groundskeeper
  • housekeeper
  • innkeeper
  • minesweeper
  • peacekeeper
  • scorekeeper
  • shopkeeper
  • storekeeper

2. goalkeeper

noun. ['ˈgoʊlˌkiːpɝ'] 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.

Etymology

  • goal (English)
  • gol (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • keeper (English)
  • -er (English)