Golf Terms: What is a Divot?

A divot is the mark made on the fairway or tee box when you hit a full golf shot and the club displaces grass behind the ball.

Written by Zach

Last Updated: Oct 31, 2023

Definition

A divot is the mark made on the fairway or tee box when you hit a full golf shot and the club displaces grass behind the ball. This happens as a natural effect of a good golf swing.

Usage

The grass is wet today, so you will take big divots.

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