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Nassau

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Nassau (noun) means In golf, a bet made up of three separate wagers: one on the front nine holes, one on the back nine, and one on the full eighteen. Example: “The four of them played a friendly nassau for ten dollars a side.”

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In golf, a bet made up of three separate wagers: one on the front nine holes, one on the back nine, and one on the full eighteen.

"The four of them played a friendly nassau for ten dollars a side."

How to use Nassau

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA three-part golf wager covering the front nine, back nine, and overall round.

When to use it

Mostly used among golfers; capitalized when referring to the place, lowercase for the betting format.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: Nassaus

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Etymology

Named after the German town of Nassau; the golf-betting sense comes from the Nassau Country Club in New York, where the format was popularized.

Origin: German

Rhymes for Nassau

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Nassau” mean?

The word “Nassau” means in golf, a bet made up of three separate wagers: one on the front nine holes, one on the back nine, and one on the full eighteen. In plain terms, a three-part golf wager covering the front nine, back nine, and overall round.

How do you pronounce “Nassau”?

“Nassau” is pronounced NA-saw (/ˈnæsɔː/ in IPA).

How do you use “Nassau” in a sentence?

Here is “Nassau” used in a sentence: “The four of them played a friendly nassau for ten dollars a side.”

What part of speech is “Nassau”?

“Nassau” is a noun.

Where does the word “Nassau” come from?

The word “Nassau” comes from German. Named after the German town of Nassau; the golf-betting sense comes from the Nassau Country Club in New York, where the format was popularized.

Is “Nassau” a common word?

“Nassau” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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