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Putter

Club used for putting

Pronunciation

/ˈpʌt.ər/

Definition

A flat-faced club designed specifically for rolling the ball on the green into the hole. Putters come in many styles including blade, mallet, and center-shafted designs. The putter is the most frequently used club in a golfer's bag.

Example

"He bought a new putter to improve his putting."

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