Golf: meaning, definitions and examples

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golf

 

[ ɡɒlf ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000 Hobbies
Context #1 | Noun

sport

Golf is a sport where players use clubs to hit a small ball into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible. It is a popular recreational activity and professional sport worldwide.

Synonyms

golfing, putting.

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Word Description / Examples
golf

Used in military or aviation communication to refer to the phonetic alphabet for the letter 'G'. Not related to the sport.

  • The call sign is Alpha Bravo Golf.
  • In the phonetic alphabet, 'G' is 'Golf'.
golfing

Used to describe the act of playing the sport of golf. This is often used in informal conversation.

  • We went golfing last Saturday.
  • She loves golfing with her friends on weekends.
putting

Specifically refers to the act of making short, precise strokes with a putter in an attempt to get the ball into the hole on the green. This is a detailed aspect of playing golf.

  • Putting is often considered one of the most challenging parts of golf.
  • He needs to improve his putting skills to lower his score.

Examples of usage

  • Many people enjoy playing golf on the weekends.
  • She is a professional golfer who has won numerous tournaments.
Context #2 | Noun

measurement

In geography, a golf is a depression in the ground usually caused by the removal of soil or rock.

Synonyms

depression, hollow.

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golf

Golf is a sport or game where players try to hit a small ball into a series of holes using as few strokes as possible. This word is best used in contexts related to sports, leisure activities, or discussions about hobbies.

  • I play golf every weekend at the country club.
  • They watched the golf tournament on TV.
depression

Depression can refer to a severe mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities. This word is often used in medical, psychological, or emotional discussions.

  • She was diagnosed with clinical depression and is seeing a therapist.
  • The economic depression led to widespread unemployment.
hollow

Hollow describes something that has a hole or empty space inside. It can be used in contexts involving descriptions of objects, feelings, or sounds, and sometimes has a negative connotation when referring to emotions.

  • The tree trunk was hollow inside.
  • His words sounded hollow and insincere.

Examples of usage

  • The geologist studied the formation of the golf in the landscape.
Context #3 | Verb

informal

To golf means to play the sport of golf.

Synonyms

hit the links, play golf.

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golf

Used to refer to the sport in general. It is suitable for formal, casual, and general mentions of the sport.

  • I enjoy watching golf on weekends.
  • Golf is a sport of precision and patience.
play golf

Used when talking about the action of participating in the sport. It is appropriate for both formal and informal conversations.

  • They often play golf together on Sundays.
  • Would you like to play golf with us tomorrow?
hit the links

An informal and somewhat idiomatic expression used to describe the act of going to the golf course to play. It is often used in casual conversations.

  • Let's hit the links after work.
  • Are you ready to hit the links this weekend?

Examples of usage

  • We are planning to golf this weekend.

Translations

Translations of the word "golf" in other languages:

🇵🇹 golfe

🇮🇳 गोल्फ

🇩🇪 Golf

🇮🇩 golf

🇺🇦 гольф

🇵🇱 golf

🇯🇵 ゴルフ

🇫🇷 golf

🇪🇸 golf

🇹🇷 golf

🇰🇷 골프

🇸🇦 غولف

🇨🇿 golf

🇸🇰 golf

🇨🇳 高尔夫球

🇸🇮 golf

🇮🇸 golf

🇰🇿 гольф

🇬🇪 გოლფი

🇦🇿 qolf

🇲🇽 golf

Etymology

The term 'golf' originated in 15th century Scotland, derived from Middle Dutch 'colf' or 'colve', meaning 'club'. The modern game of golf as we know it today was developed in Scotland during the 18th century. It has since become a widely popular sport played by millions of people around the world.

See also: golfing.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,015 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.