Golf Glossary K, L
K, L
kick - A bounce.
knock down - When the ball lands short of the target due to the wind.
knock off - An inexpensive club made to look like a name-brand.
lag - The time the club spends at the top of the swing.
lag putt - A very long putt.
laid off - When the club points to the left of the target at the top of the backswing.
lay up - A shot played short to avoid trouble.
leaderboard - A board on which the best scores are recorded.
lie - 1) The position at which the ball rests after being hit. 2) The angle between the shaft and the clubhead.
links - A course at the ocean.
lip out - When the ball hits the edge of the cup but does not go in.
local rules - Rules that apply to a particular course due to unusual features.
loft - The angle of the clubface that gives height to the ball.
long game - Shots that need to travel a great distance.
low handicapper - A well-skilled golfer.
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