Mulligan: meaning, definitions and examples
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mulligan
[ ˈmʌlɪɡən ]
golf term
A mulligan is a term used in golf to refer to a do-over or a second chance to hit a shot without penalty. It occurs when a player takes an extra stroke due to a poor initial shot that doesn’t meet their expectations. Mulligans are often agreed upon in casual play but are not recognized in professional tournaments. The concept emphasizes the enjoyment of the game and allows players to relax and have fun without the pressure of competition.
Synonyms
do-over, redo, second chance.
Examples of usage
- He took a mulligan on the first tee.
- They agreed on giving each other one mulligan per round.
- She needed a mulligan after her awful drive.
- Using a mulligan, he improved his score significantly.
Translations
Translations of the word "mulligan" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mulligan
🇮🇳 मुलिगन
🇩🇪 Mulligan
🇮🇩 mulligan
🇺🇦 муліган
🇵🇱 mulligan
🇯🇵 マリガン
🇫🇷 mulligan
🇪🇸 mulligan
🇹🇷 mulligan
🇰🇷 멀리건
🇸🇦 ماليجان
🇨🇿 mulligan
🇸🇰 mulligan
🇨🇳 重打一次
🇸🇮 mulligan
🇮🇸 mulligan
🇰🇿 муллиган
🇬🇪 მულიგანი
🇦🇿 mulligan
🇲🇽 mulligan
Etymology
The term 'mulligan' is believed to have originated in the United States, possibly named after a golfer named David Mulligan, who was known for taking extra strokes during his game. The exact origins remain somewhat unclear, but it has been suggested that the name was popularized in the 1940s among amateur golfers. Initially, the term was used informally among friends and in social games before gaining wider recognition. Over the years, 'mulligan' has become synonymous with the idea of granting oneself leniency in the face of mistakes, extending beyond golf to various aspects of life where people seek a fresh start or a second chance.