BIRDIE - A score one stroke under par for the hole.
BOGEY - A score one stroke over par for the hole.
BUNKER - A depression where the turf or soil has been removed and replaced with sand. It is a hazard.
Commonly, but improperly called a "sand trap."
DIVOT - A piece of sod or turf cut loose by a player's club after making a stroke.
DOG-LEG HOLE - A golf hole that does not follow a straight line from tee to green.
DRAW/HOOK - A shot hit by a right-handed player which curves slightly left.
DRIVE - A shot played from the teeing area, usually with a wood. 16
EAGAL - A score two strokes under par for the hole.
FADE/SLICE - A shot hit by a right-handed player which curves slightly right.
FORE - A warning shouted to let people know that a ball in flight may hit them or come very close.
FRINGE - The closely mown collar around a putting green.
GROSS - The amount of strokes taken without handicap.
NET - The amount of strokes taken with handicap included.
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