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dormy

/ˈdɔː.mi/

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adjective

/ˈdɔː.mi/C2formalbritishsport
  • ruТермин, используемый в гольфе для описания игрока, который ведёт со счётом, равным количеству оставшихся лунок.

A term used in golf to describe a player who is leading by as many holes as remain to be played.

  1. Golf match play advantageC2formalsport

    In match play golf, a side that is leading by as many holes as there are holes remaining to be played.

    ruПреимущество в матчевой игре

    • He was dormy with three holes to play, needing only a tie to win the match.
    • Being dormy gives a player a significant psychological advantage.
    • The golfer felt confident after going dormy on the 15th hole.