Golf, Explained. — every term, every rule, every time.
200+ golf terms in plain English. Rules, instruction, and honest answers — written by real golfers who play 150 rounds a year. No jargon. No clickbait. No fluff.
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200+ terms you’ll hear on the course, on TV, or in the clubhouse — each explained by a PGA-certified editor. Pick a letter, or dive straight into the most-searched terms below.
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The terms golfers are looking up right now. Each one links to a full plain-English definition.
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