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Water Hazard
Any body of water on course
Pronunciation
/ˈwɔː.tər ˈhæz.ərd/
Definition
Ponds, lakes, streams, or any other water features on a golf course that penalize errant shots. Yellow stakes mark regular water hazards, while red stakes indicate lateral water hazards. Players can take penalty relief or attempt to play from the hazard if the ball is accessible.
Example
"His ball splashed into the water hazard."