goalkeeper

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goalkeeper (enc)

Noun	1.	goalkeeper - the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal goalie, goaltender, netkeeper, netminder hockey player, ice-hockey player - an athlete who plays hockey soccer player - an athlete who plays soccer
	2.	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 goalie, goaltender, netkeeper position - (in team sports) the role assigned to an individual player; "what position does he play?"

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