Meaning of the word goals in English

What does goals mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

goals

US /ɡoʊlz/
UK /ɡəʊlz/

Plural Noun

1.

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

Example:
Setting clear goals is the first step towards achieving them.
She has big goals for her career.
2.

in sports, an instance of scoring in soccer, hockey, or similar games

Example:
He scored two amazing goals in the match.
The team needs to score more goals to win the championship.