goal

US /ɡoʊl/
UK /ɡoʊl/
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1.

the object of a person's ambition or effort; an aim or desired result

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My main goal is to finish this project on time.
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Setting clear goals helps in achieving success.
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aimobjectivetargetpurposeambition
2.

an instance of scoring in a game

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He scored a brilliant goal in the final minute of the match.
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The team needs one more goal to win the championship.
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scorepointtally
3.

the structure or area into which players try to send the ball or puck in order to score

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The goalkeeper stood firmly in front of the goal.
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The ball hit the post and bounced away from the goal.
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netpoststarget
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