putting green

noun

putt·​ing green ˈpə-tiŋ- How to pronounce putting green (audio)
plural putting greens
: a smooth grassy area at the end of a golf fairway containing the hole
also : a similar area (as of grass, artificial turf, or carpet) usually with many holes that is used for practice

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Rickie Fowler’s home, purchased for $14 million, features a Magnolia Lane–style driveway lined with trees, along with a pool, a private dock, and, of course, a putting green. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 May 2025 Not only were significant on-course improvements made, but a driving range, putting green, patio bar and restaurant were added, as well as course lighting, elevating the property into a prime golfing and social destination. Candace Oehler, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025 The seven-acre estate includes a basketball gymnasium, circular infinity pool, putting green, tennis court and cigar room. Natasha Dye, People.com, 12 May 2025 The house with six bedrooms and 6 ½ bathrooms has a theater, two bars, a garage with A/C that allows for stacking cars, an exercise room next to the primary suite, a glass-tiled pool, a 700-bottle wine wall, a steam shower, four washers and dryers, artificial turf and a putting green. Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 16 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for putting green

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of putting green was in 1805

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“Putting green.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/putting%20green. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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