Sclaff
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sklæf/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sclaff is a noun meaning (golf) A poor golf shot, where the club hits the ground before it hits the ball.
Meaning
(golf) A poor golf shot, where the club hits the ground before it hits the ball.
More Meanings
- (Scotland) A slight blow; a slap; a soft fall; also, the accompanying noise.
- A thin, solid substance, especially a thin shoe or slipper.
- (golf) To perform such a shot.
- (Scotland) To scuff or shuffle along.
Example Sentences
The striker sclaffed the ball between the goalie's legs.
Word Forms
- sclaffs
- sclaffing
- sclaffed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include slugging, scratch, slash, scutch, slidegroat, scud.
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