putt

[puht]

verb (used with or without object)

1. to strike (a gollf ball) gently so as to make it roll along the green into the hole.

noun

1. an act of putting.

2. a stroke made in putting.

putt

/ pʌt /

noun

1. a stroke on the green with a putter to roll the ball into or near the hole

verb

1. to strike (the ball) in this way

Word History and Origins

Origin of putt¹

First recorded in 1735–45; originally Scots, variant of put

Word History and Origins

Origin of putt¹

C16: of Scottish origin; related to _put

Example Sentences

The fourth quarter was scoreless, Riley’s final interception putting the game out of reach for Cougars’ quarterback Danniel Flowers to rally once more.

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"His family have had to endure repeated investigation and examination of his body and a significant delay to putting their loved one to rest," she added.

From BBC

I have been clear throughout this process that my priority has, and always will be, protecting my children and the strain I am putting them under through staying in post has become unbearable.

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“What’s been coming out of Washington has been — putting it mildly — very confusing,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Tunisia - where its director is from - is putting it forward for consideration for best international feature film at next year's Academy Awards, where it is expected to be a strong favourite.

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