noun Uncommon

goalie

GOHL-ee

Goalie (noun) means informal word for a goalkeeper. Example: “She's been the team's goalie since she was twelve.”

noun

Informal word for a goalkeeper.

"She's been the team's goalie since she was twelve."

How to use goalie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCasual word for goalkeeper.

When to use it

Informal — "goalkeeper" is the standard term in formal or written contexts.

goalied past tense, goalies plural, goalies singular

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She's been the team's _____ since she was twelve.

A shortened, informal form of "goalkeeper."

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What does “goalie” mean?

The word “goalie” means informal word for a goalkeeper. In plain terms, casual word for goalkeeper.

How do you pronounce “goalie”?

“Goalie” is pronounced GOHL-ee (/ˈɡoʊli/ in IPA).

How do you use “goalie” in a sentence?

Here is “goalie” used in a sentence: “She's been the team's goalie since she was twelve.”

What part of speech is “goalie”?

“Goalie” is a noun.

Is “goalie” a common word?

“Goalie” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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