approach shot

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Definitions of approach shot words

noun approach shot a shot made to or towards the green after a tee shot 3
noun approach shot a deep drive, usually hit with slice to keep the ball low, designed to enable the player to make an approach to the net 3
noun approach shot Tennis. a hard, forcing shot usually made deep into the opponent's court, allowing the player to move in toward the net for an offensive volley. 1
noun approach shot Golf. approach (def 16). 1
noun approach shot (golf) Any shot, normally not when teeing off, aimed to land on the green, hit for accuracy more than power. 0
noun approach shot (tennis) A shot intended to allow the player hitting it to get to the net. 0

before 1875

One of the 25% newest English words

First recorded in 1875-80

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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