Goaltender (Noun)

Meaning ¹

The soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Synonyms

• Netminder
• Goalkeeper
• Netkeeper
• Goalie

Hypernyms

• Soccer Player
• Hockey Player
• Ice-hockey Player

Meaning 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.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Goalkeeper
• Netkeeper
• Goalie

Hypernyms

• Position