Bogey

Pronunciation:/ˈboʊɡi/
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Quick Translations

  • 博基
  • 坏球
  • 平标准杆

Definitions

noun

Definition

A score of one stroke over par on a hole in golf.

In ZH

高尔夫球场上某个洞的杆数比标准杆多一杆的得分。

Examples

  • He scored a bogey on the fifth hole.
  • After a bad tee shot, she was still able to make a bogey.
  • His consistent bogeys kept his score manageable.
  • I thought I might get a par, but ended up with a bogey.
  • The golfer was disappointed with a bogey after an excellent drive.

Cultural Notes

The term 'bogey' is commonly used in golf to indicate a score that is not as good as par but still respectable.

noun

Definition

A term used in military jargon to refer to an enemy aircraft.

In ZH

军事术语中用来指代敌方飞机。

Examples

  • The radar detected a bogey approaching from the east.
  • The pilot reported a bogey at 12 o'clock high.
  • They scrambled jets to intercept the bogey.
  • Identifying the bogey was crucial for mission success.
  • The military exercises included tracking bogeys in simulated conditions.

Cultural Notes

In military contexts, 'bogey' typically refers to an unidentified enemy aircraft, and is part of common pilot and air traffic control lingo.

verb

Definition

To play a hole in golf in one stroke over par.

In ZH

在高尔夫球中以超出标准杆一杆的成绩完成一个洞。

Examples

  • He bogeyed the last hole, which cost him the tournament.
  • To secure his lead, he needed to bogey the final hole.
  • It's disappointing to bogey after such a good start.
  • She managed to bogey the difficult par-4 hole.
  • He often bogeys when under pressure.