Definition

Noun: A facility designed for practicing golf shots, typically featuring multiple marked hitting areas or bays from which players can hit balls toward distant targets on a large, open field. It is used to develop and refine various golf skills, particularly driving and long-iron play.

Usage

A "golf range" is a dedicated practice area. It is used as a singular, countable noun. You typically go to a golf range.

Examples

• "I need to work on my swing, so I'm going to the golf range after work."
• "The new golf range has 50 covered bays and automated ball dispensers."
• "She spent an hour at the golf range every weekend to improve her drive."

Advanced Usage

• "Driving range": This is a very common synonym and is often used interchangeably with "golf range," though "driving range" specifically emphasizes the practice of long drives.
  • The hotel's amenities include a swimming pool and a driving range.

Variants and Related Words

• Driving range (n): A practice area for hitting golf balls, synonymous with "golf range."
• Practice range (n): A more general term for any facility designed for practicing a sport, which includes a golf range.
• Range ball (n): A specific type of durable, lower-quality golf ball used at a golf range.
• Range finder (n): A device used to measure distance, often used on a golf course but also applicable for judging distances at a golf range.

Synonyms

• Practice range
• Driving range
• Hitting area

Related Phrases

• To hit balls at the range: The standard phrase for practicing at a golf range.
  • He hits balls at the range three times a week.
• Range session: A period of time spent practicing at a golf range.
  • A good range session can build confidence before a round.

Noun

1. a practice range for practicing golf shots