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divot Definition

divot (divət)

noun

  1. Scot. a thin slice of turf used as for roofing
  2. Golf a lump of turf dislodged by a player's club in making a stroke

Etymology: Scot dial. < ?

divot Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • replace: Follow the Code of Conduct and use a small trowel and replace divots neatly.
  • hit: Sadly for him, it hit a divot, taking a big bobble in the process.
  • repair: Day 1: Repaired all divots on all the tees, finished 10:30.
  • take: It is near impossible to take divots and the course therefore can be tough on muscles, joints and bones.

Adjective modifier

  • great: We want to cut the grass not tear great divots out of it like like an England goalkeeper.

Modifies a noun

  • repair: Top dressing The predominantly green color of processed sand is a distinct advantage in top dressing, particularly for divot repairs.

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