golf cart

noun

1
: a small cart for wheeling a golf bag around a golf course
2
: a motorized cart for carrying golfers and their equipment over a golf course

called also golf car

Examples of golf cart in a Sentence

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The rooms are spread out along the hillside, so be prepared for a steep walk, or call for a golf cart ride to the resort’s facilities. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 The law does not require cities to adopt ordinances expanding golf cart driving permissions. Matthew Kelly july 1, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026 Who would just ride around in a golf cart, spinning yarns and giving out fantasy football advice? Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 June 2026 Personal fireworks, alcohol, glass containers, pets and golf carts are prohibited within the event. Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for golf cart

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of golf cart was in 1899

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“Golf cart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golf%20cart. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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