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fairway

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Noun — In golf, the mown strip of grass between the tee and the green.

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Etymology

From "fair" plus "way."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fairway” mean?
The word “fairway” means in golf, the mown strip of grass between the tee and the green. In plain terms, the clear, well-kept path — either the grassy strip on a golf course or a safe channel for boats.
How do you pronounce “fairway”?
“Fairway” is pronounced FEH-uh-way (/ˈfɛɹweɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fairway” in a sentence?
Here is “fairway” used in a sentence: “His drive landed right in the middle of the fairway.”
What part of speech is “fairway”?
“Fairway” is a noun.
How many meanings does “fairway” have?
“Fairway” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in golf, the mown strip of grass between the tee and the green.

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