noun
Very common
putting
PUU-tihng
Putting (noun) means the act of striking a golf ball gently toward the hole. Example: “My putting improved a lot once I stopped rushing every stroke.”
noun
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The act of striking a golf ball gently toward the hole.
"My putting improved a lot once I stopped rushing every stroke."
"Good putting matters more than a long drive when you want a low score."
"He spent an hour on the putting green before his round."
How to use putting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action of using a putter to roll a golf ball into the hole.
Common pairings
putting green
putting practice
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- puttings
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Etymology
Formed from put + -ing.
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What does “putting” mean?
The word “putting” means the act of striking a golf ball gently toward the hole. In plain terms, the action of using a putter to roll a golf ball into the hole.
How do you pronounce “putting”?
“Putting” is pronounced PUU-tihng ([ˈpʰʊɾɪŋ] in IPA).
How do you use “putting” in a sentence?
Here is “putting” used in a sentence: “He spent an hour on the putting green before his round.”
What part of speech is “putting”?
“Putting” is a noun.
Is “putting” a common word?
“Putting” is a very common word in modern English.
What is the difference between putting and chipping?
Putting is done on the green, using a putter to roll the ball smoothly along the ground toward the hole. Chipping is a short shot played from just off the green, lofting the ball briefly into the air so it lands and then rolls. Putting keeps the ball on the turf; chipping lifts it.
Why is putting so important in golf?
Putting can account for a large share of the strokes in a round — often around 40% — because every hole ends on the green. A powerful drive counts the same as a short putt on the scorecard, so sharp putting is one of the quickest ways to lower your score.
What club is used for putting?
Putting is done with a putter, a club with a flat, low-lofted face designed to roll the ball rather than lift it. Putters come in blade and mallet styles, and choosing one is a matter of feel, balance, and personal preference rather than distance or power.
Can putting be improved with practice?
Yes. Putting rewards practice more than almost any part of golf because it relies on touch, alignment, and consistency rather than strength. Drills for distance control and a repeatable stroke, along with reading how the green slopes, steadily build the feel that good putting depends on.
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