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frogged


Meanings
  • Verb

    A term that originated from the game of golf, specifically when a player hits the ball into a pond or water hazard, resulting in the loss of a stroke.


Synonyms

frosh , frosk , pad , paddock , common crossing
Variants
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frig , frigged , frigging , frigs
Etymology
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Originally used in the sport of golf, 'frogged' comes from the Old English word 'froccan', which means 'to strike' or 'to beat'.


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  1. The term 'frogged' is also sometimes used in other contexts, such as in the military or in team sports, to denote a mistake or misplay.

  2. In golf, the penalty for hitting a ball into a water hazard is typically one stroke, but in some cases, such as if the ball comes to rest in a water hazard and is deemed unplayable, the player may be allowed to drop the ball in a specific relief area without penalty.


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  1. Golf: A popular sport played with a ball and clubs, in which the objective is to hit the ball into a series of holes on a course using the fewest number of strokes.


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In golf culture, 'frogged' is often used as a lighthearted term to acknowledge a mistake or misplay, and can be a source of friendly banter among players.

How to Memorize "frogged"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a golfer taking a swing at the ball and accidentally hitting it into a pond, resulting in a loss of a stroke.

  2. associate

    - Associate the term 'frogged' with the image of a golfer making a mistake and losing a stroke.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic such as 'Frogged: Forgot to Reach Out and Grab the Ball' to help remember the definition of the term.


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