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Bladed Shot

Over-hit thin shot

Pronunciation

/ˈbleɪ.dɪd ʃɒt/

Definition

A shot struck with the bottom edge of the clubface, causing the ball to fly low and fast with little spin. Bladed shots, also called thin shots or skulled shots, often travel much farther than intended.

Example

"He bladed his chip shot over the green."

More Shots Terms

Drive

Long shot off the tee

Putt

A short stroke on green

Chip

Short shot near the green

Pitch

Short, high approach shot

Approach Shot

A shot hit into the green

Slice

Curving shot to the right

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