"tiger country" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} tiger country (uncountable)
  1. (golf, slang) Dense rough. Tags: slang, uncountable Categories (topical): Golf Synonyms: jungle
    Sense id: en-tiger_country-en-noun-wlqV3Pwr Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: golf, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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