greens fee
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of greens fee
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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The $40 deposit for a foursome then applies to the total admission price, or greens fee, at the course, with a cancellation forfeiting the fee.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2025
The $10 will be credited toward a golfer’s greens fee.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2024
Summer greens fee $245 per person; lodging packages available.
From Washington Post • Jun. 30, 2022
I'm guessing he didn't have to fork over the $495 for the greens fee at least.
From Golf Digest • Jun. 22, 2010
A sign saying "Home of Babe and George Zaharias" advertises its presence to all who wish to play there for a greens fee of $2.
From Time Magazine Archive
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