Synonyms

miniature golf

American

noun

a game or amusement modeled on golf and played with a putter and golf ball, in which each very short, grassless “hole” constitutes an obstacle course, consisting of wooden alleys, tunnels, bridges, etc., through which the ball must be driven to hole it.

Etymology

Origin of miniature golf

First recorded in 1910–15

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miniature golf

Any miniature golf course has a real special place in my heart, but Castle Park is the place that I went to as a kid.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2025

Other big draws include the 8-slide Birch Bay Waterslides, and Station 49’s go-kart track, 18-hole miniature golf course, miniature train ride through the forest and arcade.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 26, 2023

“I have these 10 ‘Density’ shows and things that are finally launching, and it really is miniature golf.

From New York Times ● May 16, 2023

The home offers a monthly parent support group, book clubs, men’s nights out and women’s nights out for activities such as miniature golf.

From Washington Times ● May 12, 2023

How big it is and all the malls and tanning salons and even an indoor miniature golf course.

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor

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