goal vs scoring

goal

noun
  • A point scored in a game as a result of placing the object into the goal. 

  • A noun or noun phrase that receives the action of a verb. The subject of a passive verb or the direct object of an active verb. Also called a patient, target, or undergoer. 

  • The act of placing the object into the goal. 

  • A result that one is attempting to achieve. 

  • In many sports, an area into which the players attempt to put an object. 

verb
  • To score a goal. 

scoring

noun
  • The process of winning points in a sport or contest. 

  • The action of scratching paper or other material to make it easier to fold. 

  • The process of keeping score in a sport or contest. 

  • A deep groove made by glacial action or similar. 

adj
  • Of something or someone that scores. 

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