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driving iron

American  

noun

  1. Golf. a club with a long shaft and an iron head the face of which has almost no slope, for hitting long, low drives.


Etymology

Origin of driving iron

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

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Herbert played wisely and conservatively, using his power to lean on a driving iron on the final two holes that eliminated trouble.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 31, 2021

The Honma T//World TW-X irons got their start as a long-iron replacement club preferred by tour players as a driving iron.

From Golf Digest • Jun. 5, 2019

The best advice on driving, iron play, short game, playing strategy, even golf-specific fitness.

From Golf Digest • Apr. 29, 2019

Chappell also added a TaylorMade P790 UDI driving iron to his arsenal.

From Golf Digest • Oct. 15, 2018

Next to the Schenectady putter belonging to Mr. Travis his driving iron is, or should be, the most famous club in all America.

From The Happy Golfer Being Some Experiences, Reflections, and a Few Deductions of a Wandering Golfer by Leach, Henry

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