goalkeeper vs goaltender what difference
what is difference between goalkeeper and goaltender
English
Alternative forms
- goal-keeper, goal keeper
Etymology
From goal + keeper.
Pronunciation
Noun
goalkeeper (plural goalkeepers)
- (sports) a designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
- Synonyms: goalie, goalminder, goaltender, keeper, netkeeper, netminder
Usage notes
- In ice hockey and lacrosse goaltender is the correct term and in most other sports goalkeeper is the correct term. However, the terms are often used interchangeably.
Translations
Anagrams
- gaolkeeper
English
Etymology
goal + tender
Noun
goaltender (plural goaltenders)
- (sports) a designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
Usage notes
In ice hockey and lacrosse goaltender is the correct term and in most other sports goalkeeper is the correct term. However, the terms are often used interchangeably.
Synonyms
- goalie
- goalkeeper
- keeper
- netkeeper
- netminder
Translations
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