Definition of goalpost
: one of usually two vertical posts that with or without a crossbar constitute the goal in various games
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First Known Use of goalpost
1842
GOALPOST Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of goalpost for English Language Learners
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: one of two upright posts that form part of the goal in various games (such as soccer, hockey, and football)
GOALPOST Defined for Kids
goalpost
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goal·post
\ˈgōl-ˌpōst\
Definition of goalpost for Students
: one of two upright posts often with a crossbar that serve as the goal in various games
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