golf course

noun

: an area of land laid out for golf with a series of 9 or 18 holes each including tee, fairway, and putting green and often one or more natural or artificial hazards

called also golf links

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In Scotland, archaeologists found evidence of a prehistoric village at a future golf course earlier this year. Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025 The city is the home to several resorts and golf courses. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025 The existing section of the golf course run by the city costs about $14,000 annually. Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025 Owners also gain full access to the Ritz-Carlton’s slate of amenities, too, including two professional golf courses, a fitness center, a sports hub, and an aquatic park. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for golf course

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of golf course was in 1890

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“Golf course.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golf%20course. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.

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