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goalpost

or goal post

[gohl-pohst]
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noun
  1. a post supporting a crossbar and, with it, forming the goal on a playing field in certain sports, as football.
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Origin of goalpost

First recorded in 1855–60
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British Dictionary definitions for goalpost

goalpost

noun
  1. either of two upright posts supporting the crossbar of a goal
  2. move the goalposts to change the aims of an activity to ensure the desired results
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