goaltender

noun

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

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Horvat had the only successful attempt in the tiebreaker, beating Spencer Knight on the goaltender's stick side. CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025 Two Avs who did not make the Canadian roster despite an incredible start to the 2025-26 season are goaltenders Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood. Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 31 Dec. 2025 The Harbormen got on the board first when senior Brian Murray spun around in the slot and beat Hawks goaltender Connor Kotwicki short side. Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 30 Dec. 2025 Islanders goaltender David Rittich made 27 saves, recording his ninth career shutout. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 28 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for goaltender

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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 Jan. 2026.

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goaltender

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

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