Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

golf-widow

noun
/ˈɡɔlf ˈwɪd.oʊ/
Definition
A term used to describe a spouse or partner, usually a wife, who feels neglected because their partner spends a lot of time playing golf.
Examples
  • After her husband took up golf, she jokingly referred to herself as a golf-widow.
  • Many golf-widows find solace in spending time with friends while their partners are on the course.
Meaning
The term reflects the feeling of abandonment or being left alone due to a partner’s dedication to the sport of golf.
Synonyms
  • golf widow
  • neglected spouse