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goal
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- pronunciation:
- gol
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a result or end that one desires and works for; aim or purpose.
His goal is to become a musician and play in a top orchestra.
- synonyms:
- aim, ambition, aspiration, end, intention, purpose, target
- similar words:
- design, destination, ideal, intent, object, objective, plan, prize
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| definition 2: |
in various sports such as hockey, football, and basketball, a structure through which one must hit, throw, or kick a ball or puck in order to score.
The ball hit the side of the goal and bounced back.- similar words:
- basket, end zone, goalpost
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| definition 3: |
the result of such scoring.
He scored two goals in the last game.
- synonyms:
- score
- similar words:
- point
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| related words: |
chase, dream, idea, mark, target |
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| derivation: |
goalless (adj.) |
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