goaltender

noun

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

Examples of goaltender in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web On the first day of free agency, the Florida Panthers took care of several of their needs by stocking up on depth forwards and signing a backup goaltender. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 2 July 2024 The desperation clearance launched a Panthers rush, culminating in Reinhart’s low wrister from the circle that beat Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner, an Edmonton native. David K. Li, NBC News, 25 June 2024 But one underlying factor not to be overlooked that has brought Minnesota to within two wins of becoming the first Professional Women’s Hockey League champion has been the team defense that has forwards, defenders and goaltenders working as one cohesive unit to shut down opponents. Dean Spiros, Twin Cities, 23 May 2024 Florida’s roster of prospects is made up of 22 forwards, 11 defensemen and six goaltenders. Jackson Castellano, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for goaltender 

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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 20 Aug. 2024.

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goaltender

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

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