What is another word for goal-kick?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈə͡ʊlkˈɪk] (IPA)

Goal-kick is a term commonly used in football to describe a method of restarting play from the goalkeeper's hands after the ball has gone over the goal line. However, there are several other synonyms for the same phrase. These include a keepers ball, a goalkeeper's clearance, a punt, or a restart. Each of these variations can be used interchangeably, depending on the context and preference of the speaker. Regardless of the term used, the purpose remains the same; to give the goalkeeper a chance to reset the play and gain control of the ball, ultimately protecting their team's goal from an incoming attack.

Synonyms for Goal-kick:

What are the hypernyms for Goal-kick?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    free kick, kick, Move (in soccer), Soccer action.

What are the hyponyms for Goal-kick?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

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