golf hole (B1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ɡɒlf hoʊl/
Definition
A golf hole is a hole in the ground on a golf course that a player aims to hit their ball into, using the fewest number of strokes possible.
Examples
The golf course had 18 challenging golf holes, each with its own unique obstacles.
She lined up her putt carefully, trying to get the ball into the golf hole.
How to Use golf hole
- play a golf hole (verb phrase)
- to play a round of golf on a particular hole — "The golfer played a difficult golf hole, but managed to get a par."
- get a golf hole in one (idiom)
- to hit the ball into the hole with one stroke — "The golfer was thrilled to get a golf hole in one on the 17th hole."
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