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Golf

UK /["/ɡɒlf/"]/US /["/ɡɑːlf/"]/

Definition

a game played over a large area of ground using sticks with a special shape to hit a small hard ball (a golf ball) into a series of 9 or 18 holes, using as few shots as possible

In simple words: A game where players hit a ball into holes using clubs.

Examples

  • I **play golf** every weekend.
  • He enjoyed a **round of golf** on a Sunday morning.
  • Choose from over 100 golf packages in our brochure.
  • His coach says his golf swing needs improving.
  • She has a golf handicap of 18.
  • This is one of the most famous golf tournaments in the world.
  • The club is holding a golf clinic next week, where golfers can get advice from the pros.
  • The eighth at Banff is one of the world's great golf holes.

Usage notes

Commonly used in sports contexts. Appropriate in both casual and formal discussions about recreation. Avoid using in non-sport discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'golf ball' rolling into a hole — it helps to remember the sport.

Collocations

  • amateur
  • championship
  • pro
  • game
  • round
  • play
  • take up
  • watch
  • course
  • links
  • hole

Synonyms

  • sport
  • recreation
  • leisure

Antonyms

  • football
  • soccer
  • basketball

Common mistakes

  • Confused with other sports like 'tennis' or 'soccer'
  • Mispronunciation or spelling errors
  • Using 'golf' as a verb incorrectly