goaltender

noun

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

Examples of goaltender in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
When the dust settled, the Sirens had made nine picks in the six-round draft — six forwards, one defender and two goaltenders. Carol Schram, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025 With goaltender Kappo Kahkonen pulled for an extra attacker and the crowd standing for the final two minutes, the Checkers managed zero shots in the final 46.9 seconds. Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2025 The Panthers are currently $19 million under the $95.5 million salary cap with 16 players under contract — 10 forwards, five defensemen and one goaltender. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 June 2025 The Stars have approximately $5 million in cap space with only 16 players signed (eight forwards, six defensemen, two goaltenders). Harman Dayal, New York Times, 21 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for goaltender

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of goaltender was in 1882

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Goaltender.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goaltender. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

goaltender

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

More from Merriam-Webster on goaltender

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!