1. The purpose toward which an endeavor is directed; an objective. See synonyms at intention. 2.Sportsa. The finish line of a race. b. A specified structure or zone into or over which players endeavor to advance a ball or puck. c. The score awarded for such an act. 3.Linguisticsa. A noun or noun phrase referring to the place to which something moves. b. See patient (sense 2).
ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English gol, boundary, possibly from Old English *gl, barrier.
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