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goalpost
noun goal·post \ˈgōl-ˌpōst\
: one of two upright posts that form part of the goal in various games (such as soccer, hockey, and football)
Full 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
1857
Rhymes with GOALPOST
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GOALPOST Defined for Kids
goalpost
noun goal·post \ˈgōl-ˌpōst\
Definition of GOALPOST for Kids
: one of two upright posts often with a crossbar that serve as the goal in various games
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