Definition of goalkeeper

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • goalkeeper is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • goalkeeper is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • goalkeeper is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 20

Definition of goalkeeper


  • the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. goalie
    2. goaltender
    3. netkeeper
  • the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. goalie
    2. goaltender
    3. netkeeper
    4. netminder

See definition of goalkeeper in Merriam Webster