Definition

Noun: A single, complete session of playing golf, typically consisting of playing 18 holes on a golf course. It refers to the entire activity from the first tee shot to holing out on the 18th green.

Usage

The term "round of golf" is used to describe the act of playing a full, standard game of golf. It is a countable noun phrase.

Examples

• He plays a round of golf every Saturday morning.
• Completing a round of golf requires both skill and patience.
• We booked a tee time for a round of golf at the new course.
• A typical round of golf for a foursome takes about four hours.

Advanced Usage

• "to shoot a round of [score]": To complete a round with a specific total score.
  • She shot a round of 75, her personal best.
• "a quick/brisk round": A round played in less than the typical time.
  • We managed a brisk round in just over three hours.

Variants and Related Words

• Round (noun): In golf context, a common shortened form of "round of golf."
  • I'm going out for a round this afternoon.
• Front nine/Back nine: Refers to the first and second sets of nine holes within an 18-hole round.
• 18 holes: The standard unit of play that constitutes a round.

Synonyms

• Game of golf: A less formal synonym, though "game" can sometimes imply competition.
• Golf outing: Emphasizes the recreational or social aspect of the activity.

Related Phrases

• To play a round: The verb phrase for engaging in the activity.
  • Would you like to play a round with us next weekend?
• To walk a round: To complete a round by walking the course instead of using a golf cart.

Noun

1. the activity of playing 18 holes of golf
   • a round of golf takes about 4 hours