Cool MateGolf
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