chip shot

noun

, Golf.

1. a shot that is purposely hit fairly high into the air and is meant to roll upon landing, used in approaching the green.

chip shot

noun

1. golf a short approach shot to the green, esp one that is lofted

Word History and Origins

Origin of chip shot¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

He said it would be a chip shot for her to fund it with $50 million.

From The Daily Beast

His chip shot hit the bank and he was just on the green in 4.

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