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Drop

Procedure to put ball back in play

Pronunciation

/drɒp/

Definition

The action of returning a ball to play by releasing it from knee height within a designated relief area. Drops are required after penalty situations or when taking free relief. The ball must be dropped correctly and stay within the relief area.

Example

"He took a drop after finding the water hazard."

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