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PGA

1 American  

abbreviation

Biochemistry.
  1. folic acid.


PGA 2 American  
Or P.G.A.

abbreviation

  1. Professional Golfers' Association.


PGA British  

abbreviation

  1. Professional Golfers' Association

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of PGA

p(teroyl) + g(lutamic) a(cid)

Example Sentences

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He has added a casino, wedding chapel, tennis center and attracted PGA and LIV Golf tournaments, partnering with some of golf’s biggest names.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

It was erected during the final week of April, when one of Trump Doral’s four golf courses—the Blue Monster, famous for its punishing water hazards—hosted the PGA Championship.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

The guilds already have spoken on “Black Rabbit,” with Bateman receiving Actor, DGA and PGA nominations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Plus, the World War I pilot who helped shape this week’s PGA Championship, the slugger who lost his home run stroke and Jason Gay.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

The childhood coach of Aaron Rai has spoken of his pride at watching his protégé make the history books and become the first Englishman to win the US PGA Championship since 1919.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

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