Synonyms of goalkeeper
7 similar words
Another word for goalkeeper is goaltender. Other synonyms of goalkeeper are netminder, keeper and netkeeper.
Synonyms and similar words for goalkeeper
nounA designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
- goalieA goalkeeper or goaltender.
- goalminderA designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
- goaltenderA designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
- keeperThe player charged with guarding a goal or wicket; a goalkeeper or wicketkeeper.
- netkeeperA goalkeeper.
- netminderA goalkeeper or goaltender.
- stopper slangGoalkeeper.
Meaning of goalkeeper
- noun A designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
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Questions about synonyms of goalkeeper
- What is another word for goalkeeper?
- Goalkeeper has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as goaltender, netminder, keeper and netkeeper.
- What does goalkeeper mean?
- Goalkeeper means a designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
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