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Front Nine

First nine holes

Pronunciation

/frʌnt naɪn/

Definition

The first nine holes of an 18-hole golf course, typically holes 1-9. The front nine often ends near the clubhouse, though on some courses, both nines end there. In competition, it's common to track scores separately for front and back nine.

Example

"She shot 38 on the front nine."

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