pitch shot
Definition
Noun: A pitch shot is a specific type of golf stroke, typically a short, lofted shot played with a high trajectory, designed to land the ball softly on the green with minimal roll. It is used for approach play from relatively short distances to the hole.
Usage
The term "pitch shot" is used to describe the stroke itself or to refer to the act of playing such a shot. It is a standard term in golf terminology. - His pitch shot landed three feet from the pin. - She needs to practice her pitch shot to improve her short game. - The key to a good pitch shot is a controlled swing and clean contact.
Advanced Usage
- To hit/strike/execute a pitch shot: These verbs are commonly used with "pitch shot" to describe the action.
- He executed a perfect pitch shot over the bunker.
- Pitch-and-run: A related but distinct shot where the ball is intentionally played with less loft and more roll than a standard pitch shot. This is a variant, not the target word itself.
Variants and Related Words
- Pitch (verb/noun): The verb form means to play this type of shot. The noun can be a synonym in some contexts.
- He decided to pitch the ball onto the green.
- Pitching wedge (noun): The club most commonly used to play a pitch shot.
- Chip shot (noun): A different type of short golf shot with a lower trajectory and more roll than a pitch shot.
Synonyms
- Lob shot: A very high, soft shot, often with even more loft and less roll than a standard pitch shot.
- Approach shot: A broader category of shots played toward the green, which includes pitch shots.
Related Phrases
- Pitch mark: The indentation a golf ball makes when it lands on the green, often created by a pitch shot.
- Please repair your pitch mark on the green.
Noun
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a high approach shot in golf
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