links

/liɳks/

Thân thiện

The golfer plays a round on the links near the coast.

Definition

1. Noun (plural):
   • A golf course situated on sandy, coastal land: "links" specifically refers to a type of golf course built on natural, sandy terrain near the sea, characterized by dunes, tall grasses, and a lack of trees. It is the traditional style of golf course, originating in Scotland.

Usage

• The word is used almost exclusively as a plural noun, even when referring to a single golf course.
• It is a specialized term within the sport of golf and discussions of landscape or geography.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The Old Course at St Andrews is one of the most famous links in the world.
  • Playing on true links requires skill to handle the wind and firm ground.
  • The championship will be held on a challenging seaside links.

Advanced Usage

• "Links-style" or "linksland": Used to describe golf courses or terrain that resemble the characteristics of traditional links, even if not strictly coastal.
  • The architect designed a links-style course inland, using sandy soil and fescue grasses.

Variants and Related Words

• Link (noun): A completely different word meaning a connection or a single element of a chain. Do not confuse with "links."
• Linksland (noun): The type of coastal terrain suitable for or occupied by a links golf course.

Synonyms

• Seaside golf course: A more general descriptive term.
• Coastal course: Emphasizes the location.

Notes on Meaning

• The term is distinct from other types of golf courses like "parkland" (inland, tree-lined) or "heathland" (sandy, inland with heather).
• Its use is deeply tied to the history and origins of the game of golf in Scotland.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a golf course that is built on sandy ground near a shore

Từ đồng nghĩa

• golf links