1. something that you hope to achieve or accomplish
2. the area or structure that players try to get the ball into to score points in sports
3. a point scored in sports by getting the ball into the goal

Examples

• Her goal is to become a doctor.
• The team set a goal to raise $10,000 for charity.
• The soccer ball hit the goalpost and bounced out.
• She kicked the ball toward the goal.
• He scored the winning goal in overtime.
• The final score was three goals to two.
• What are your goals for this year?