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

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

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