sand trap

noun

: an artificial hazard on a golf course consisting of a depression containing sand

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In fact, while sand traps aren’t overabundant, elevation changes, natural grass humps and, yes, some sand does challenge you most every hole. Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 18 June 2026 On the other side of the putting green are two large chipping greens -- one with sand traps, one without. John Dunlap, Charlotte Observer, 18 June 2026 The greenery and the sand traps stayed in place as the ring was set up in the middle of it all. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026 Amenities include a putting green with a sand trap and a 70-foot-long pool outfitted with tile imported from Indonesia. Catherine Odom may 8, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sand trap

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sand trap was in 1922

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“Sand trap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sand%20trap. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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sand trap

noun
: a hazard on a golf course consisting of a hollow containing sand
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