goaltender

noun

goal·​tend·​er ˈgōl-ˌten-dər How to pronounce goaltender (audio)

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Winnipeg had 10, from Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck at the top of the roster through backup goaltender Eric Comrie. Murat Ates, New York Times, 31 May 2025 In addition to Thompson, the other U.S. hero was goaltender Jeremy Swayman of the Boston Bruins. Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025 His brothers have provided outstanding contributions themselves, in sophomore Blake (45 goals, 50 assists) and goaltender Keegan (5.88 goals per game, 153 saves, 61% save percentage). Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 24 May 2025 Florida’s prolific offense chased Andersen — who entered the series as the league’s top goaltender in the playoffs — after the second period. Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for goaltender

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of goaltender was in 1882

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“Goaltender.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goaltender. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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goaltender

noun
goal·​tend·​er -ˌten-dər How to pronounce goaltender (audio)

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