Meaning & Definition of word "Golfer"

Golfer

/ˈɡɒl.fər/

1. A person who plays golf.
- Example: She has been an avid golfer since she was a child.
2. A person who participates in golf tournaments professionally or recreationally.
- Example: The professional golfer made an impressive comeback in the final round.
3. Someone who plays on a golf course or practices the game of golf.
- Example: He joined the local club to meet other golfers.
4. A person known for their skill or competitiveness in golf.
- Example: As a veteran golfer, he shares his tips with newcomers to the sport.

The word 'golfer' derives from 'golf', which originated from the Scottish word 'gouf'.

scratch golfer:

A golfer who plays at a level that allows them to complete a round with no strokes over par.

drive for show, putt for dough:

Emphasizes the importance of putting in golf over driving distance.

below par:

Referring to a golfer's score that is better than the expected standard.

golf:

A sport in which players use clubs to hit a ball into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible.

tee:

A small stand used to support a golf ball while hitting it.

fairway:

The part of a golf course between the tee and the green.

Meaning: Duffer

Example Sentence: He’s a duffer on the course, always losing his balls.

Meaning: Gorfer

Example Sentence: He's such a gorfer, always practicing his swing.