goal

/ɡoʊl/
noun
  1. Something you want to achieve; an aim or desired result.
    • He achieved his goal of running a marathon.
    • The team set a goal to raise $10,000 for charity.
    • Her main goal is to become a doctor.
  2. In sports, the structure or area where players try to send the ball or puck to score points.
    • He kicked the ball past the goal and into the stands.
    • The soccer ball went straight into the goal.
    • The hockey goal is guarded by a net.
  3. A point scored in a game when the ball or puck enters the goal.
    • She scored the winning goal in the final minute.
    • The team celebrated after their third goal.
    • The referee counted the goal as valid.