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miniature golf

American  

noun

  1. a game or amusement modeled on golf and played with a putter and golf ball, in which each very short, grassless “hole” constitutes an obstacle course, consisting of wooden alleys, tunnels, bridges, etc., through which the ball must be driven to hole it.


Etymology

Origin of miniature golf

First recorded in 1910–15


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Miniature golf or a ‘beauty’ walk Our daughter and I will go to Castle Park, which is the miniature golf place in Sherman Oaks.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2025

This massive compound just a few blocks off the main drag is dog-friendly, has plenty of parking and a miniature golf course out front.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 12, 2023

“I have these 10 ‘Density’ shows and things that are finally launching, and it really is miniature golf.

From New York Times ● May 16, 2023

The home offers a monthly parent support group, book clubs, men’s nights out and women’s nights out for activities such as miniature golf.

From Washington Times ● May 12, 2023

It was some kind of miniature golf course carpet or something.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds

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