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Golfing Terms

Ace

A hole in one

Address

The stance of the golf player before hitting the ball

Albatross

Three under par for the hole - e.g a hole in one on a par 4. (see also bird terms)

Birdie

One under par for the hole. (see also bird terms)

Caddie

The person who is employed to carry the clubs and to advise on shot selection

Cup

another name for the hole

Divot

a small piece of earth that is scooped up when an iron shot is played correctly

Dogleg

a hole with a sharp bend between the tee and green

Eagle

Two under par for the hole - e.g a hole in one on a par 3, or a two on a par 4. (see also bird terms)

Fore

The warning shout to the players or spectators in front when a shot is played.

Pin

another name for the flag placed in the hole

Handicap

A system used in amateur games, where bonus strokes are used to enable players of unequal ability to play on equal terms.

Short Game

shots played around and on the putting green.

Nineteenth Hole

The name of the bar in the clubhouse

Open

A tournament open to all players, both amateur and professionals.

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