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golf course

American  

noun

  1. the ground or course over which golf is played. A standard full-scale golf course has 125 to 175 acres (51 to 71 hectares), usually with 18 holes varying from 100 to 650 yards (91 to 594 meters) in length from tee to cup.

golf course British  

noun

  1. a general term for an area of ground, either inland or beside the sea, laid out for the playing of golf

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Etymology

Origin of golf course

First recorded in 1595–1605

Example Sentences

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When the shooting happened on Wednesday, the president was on a golf course in Florida, but we were told via pool reports that he was “actively monitoring the situation.”

From Salon

He was certainly not out having a good time, or playing 18 holes on the golf course.

From BBC

One widespread lament is the possible loss of unfettered tailgating on a sprawling golf course and surrounding parking lots.

From Los Angeles Times

“IDG Capital is not an investor in the legal and operational entity involved in the Vietnam golf course development project,” it said.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Just look at the impact that it’s had on the PGA Tour,” Norman says from his home office, overlooking a golf course.

From The Wall Street Journal

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