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goaltender

/ˈɡoʊltɛndər/ noun · British & US
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What does goaltender mean?

noun

The player on a hockey team responsible for preventing the puck from entering the goal by defending the goal with a stick and pads. A goaltender is usually the last line of defense for the team.

Example

"The goaltender made an incredible save to prevent the opposing team from scoring."

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