Definitions

golf

[golf, gawlf, gof] / gɒlf, gɔlf, gɒf /

NOUN

match play

Synonyms

WEAK

eighteen holes medal play nine holes

Example Sentences

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But the fact that your golf buddy never discussed any political topic could merely mean that people are there to golf.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

"The golf course holds so much history and to have my name alongside so many great champions is a dream come true."

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Open golf tournament are also on tap this month.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“I just find it more fun and just I can then be free and then just play golf how I want to play golf.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

He slapped the golf balls on the counter.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn