Golf Course Terms: In the "Rough"

The rough describes the longer grass that golfers must hit out of if they miss the fairway and hit their shot off-target.

Written by Zach

Last Updated: Dec 11, 2023

Definition

The "rough" is not a type of grass, but rather a generic part of every golf course. This generally describes the longer grass between the fairway and the "1st cut". The "rough" can also be referred to as "the second cut".

Usage

Oh no, I hit my drive off-target! I'm going to end up in the rough.

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