golf course

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

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of golf course¹

First recorded in 1595–1605

Example Sentences

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

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

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

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

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The hotel had a golf course with rolling green hills.

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