sclaff — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A poor golf shot, where the club hits the ground before it hits the ball.

2. A slight blow; a slap; a soft fall; also, the accompanying noise.

   Usage

   • Scotland

3. A thin, solid substance, especially a thin shoe or slipper.

Verb

1. To perform such a shot.

2. To scuff or shuffle along.

   Usage

   • Scotland

   Examples

   The striker sclaffed the ball between the goalie's legs.

Noun

1. a poor golf stroke in which the club head hits the ground before hitting the ball

   Broader terms

   golf strokegolf shotswing

Verb

1. strike (a golf ball) such that the ground is scraped first

   Broader terms

   strike

2. strike (the ground) in making a sclaff

   Broader terms

   strike