goalpost
/ˈɡɔʊl-/noun
A rule or target that is "moved" (changed) unfairly; see move the goalposts.
Example sentence
- “The ball hit the goalpost.”
Related words
netRemaining after expenses or deductions.sidelineA line at the side of something.dugoutA sunken shelter at the side of a sports field where non-playing team members and staff sit during a game.scoreboardA large board that displays the score in a game or contest.stopwatchA timepiece designed to measure the amount of time elapsed between a particular time when activated and when the piece is deactivated.shinguardA piece of apparel to protect the front of the lower leg (the shin), usually worn when playing sports.