"greensome" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: greensomes [plural]
Etymology: Blend of green + foursome Etymology templates: {{blend|en|green|foursome}} Blend of green + foursome Head templates: {{en-noun}} greensome (plural greensomes)
  1. (golf) A foursome game with the difference that both players tee off on every hole. The better ball is chosen and alternate strokes are then played to complete the hole. Categories (topical): Golf
    Sense id: en-greensome-en-noun-qKcsYf7P Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header Topics: golf, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

Inflected forms

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