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chili-dip v. when swinging a club in golf, to hit the ground before hitting the ball. (posted Dec. 6, 2004) [full entry…]
grow teeth v. phr. in golf, (said of a course or hole) to become difficult; generally, to increase in importance or effect. (posted Jul. 26, 2006) [full entry…]
skull v. in golf, to hit a ball too low and too far, usually the result of striking it above its center. (posted Nov. 12, 2004) [full entry…]
three-jack n. in golf, taking three putts to sink the ball in a hole. (posted Jun. 19, 2007) [full entry…]
yips n. nervousness which interferes with precision playing, especially in golf; a case of nerves; the jitters. (posted Jul. 6, 2004) [full entry…]
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