What does DIVOT mean?

Divot

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A small piece of turf cut out of the ground, especially by a golf club in making a stroke.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈdɪvət/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈdɪvət/

Origin and Usage: The word "divot" originated from the Scottish Gaelic word "dibidag," which means "a piece cut off." It has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to a piece of turf cut out of the ground, especially by a golf club in making a stroke.

Synonyms: Turf, sod, grass, earth, soil

Related Words: Dicot, Pivot, Rivet, Lovat, Civet

Example Sentences:

• He took a divot out of the ground with his golf club.
• The divot on the lawn was evidence of the soccer game that had taken place earlier.
• She picked up the divot and placed it back in its original spot.