golf cart

noun

1
: a small cart for wheeling a golf bag around a golf course
2
: a motorized cart for carrying golfers and their equipment over a golf course

called also golf car

Examples of golf cart in a Sentence

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Adel Imran was transported in a golf cart. Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026 Villa guests also get their own private golf cart and access to a pool exclusive to the villas. Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 17 Feb. 2026 Accessibility While the property has many nooks and stairs throughout the historic building, electric golf carts shuttle guests from the base of the castle to the entrance, and elevators provide access to all guest rooms. Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026 Larger groups will feel at home in The Villas, a newer addition with adjoining rooms and upgraded amenities like Bulgari bath products and a private golf cart. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for golf cart

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of golf cart was in 1899

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“Golf cart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golf%20cart. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.

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