Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
divot
noun
/ˈdɪvət/
Definition
A small piece of grass and earth that is removed from the ground when a golf ball lands on it or when a piece of turf is cut out.
Examples
- After hitting the ball, he noticed a divot was left on the fairway.
- It’s important to repair divots on the golf course to keep the greens healthy.
Meaning
Typically associated with golf, a divot is the chunk of sod or turf that is displaced during a shot, often caused by a club making contact with the ground.
Synonyms
- chunk
- turf
- clod
