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Pin

Flagstick in the hole

Pronunciation

/pɪn/

Definition

The flagstick that marks the location of the hole on the green. Pin positions change daily to provide variety and challenge. 'Pin high' means a shot that finishes level with the hole but to the side.

Example

"The pin was positioned at the back of the green."

More Course Terms

Tee

Starting point of a hole

Tee Box

Area where the first shot is hit

Fairway

Short grass between tee and green

Green

Putting area near the hole

Rough

Long grass bordering fairway

Fringe

Edge of the green

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