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Iron

Versatile club for approach shots

Pronunciation

/ˈaɪ.ərn/

Definition

Versatile clubs used for approach shots, typically numbered 4-iron through 9-iron. Lower-numbered irons have less loft and hit the ball farther, while higher-numbered irons provide more loft and precision for shorter distances.

Example

"She hit her 7-iron to 10 feet from the pin."

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