netminder

noun

net·​mind·​er ˈnet-ˌmīn-dər How to pronounce netminder (audio)

Examples of netminder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The Americans also have top netminders Jake Oettinger of the Stars and Jeremy Swayman of the Bruins on the roster. James Mirtle, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025 The second period was even more of a netminders’ duel than the first, with neither goalie allowing a goal. Andrew Knoll, Orange County Register, 4 Feb. 2025 Behind a 31-save masterpiece by Triton netminder Gavin Marengi, the Vikings killed a trio of third period penalties to nix the Hawks’ 11-game unbeaten streak and avenge their 8-3 loss earlier this season. Jason Cooke, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2025 The Oilers were trailing 3-1 to start the third period when center Leon Draisaitl skated into Washington’s zone, making a quick pass to Perry, who beat Capitals netminder Logan Thompson to cut the lead to a one-goal deficit. Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 22 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for netminder 

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of netminder was in 1937

Dictionary Entries Near netminder

Cite this Entry

“Netminder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/netminder. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!