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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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"It's another great round in good weather on an awesome golf course," Rose told PGA Golf.

From BBC

The contest will be held at the Pyongyang Golf complex, North Korea's only golf course and the world's "most exclusive", according to organisers.

From Barron's

Mini vans and trucks have also been popular among some drivers who want to use them at golf courses or on farms, Sulai added.

From BBC

Pictures of England players on the beach, at the golf course and in the pub were beamed around the world, doing plenty for the profile of Noosa as a holiday destination.

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In Perth, England players were followed to golf courses and even an aquarium.

From BBC

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