linksland

noun

links·land | \ ˈliŋ(k)s-ˌland

Definition of linksland

: seaside terrain that is characterized by rolling hills of sand and is often used as the site of golf courses

Examples of linksland in a Sentence

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Watch the British Open on a linksland course – St. Andrews, say – and take fiendish pleasure in observing players plotting shots as the wind whips their faces sideways. — Paul Daugherty, Cincinnati.com, "Paul Daugherty on Masters 2018: Try to avoid getting 'gusted' this weekend," 6 Apr. 2018 St. Andrews: Golf has been played over the dunes and linksland of St. Andrews since the 15th Century. — Rob Hodgetts, CNN, "Seven things you need to know about the Open 2017 at Royal Birkdale," 18 July 2017

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