read the green
To determine the slope of a golf green and to analyze its surface, in order to evaluate its effect on the golf ball as it travels toward the target.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“You must read the green carefully before you putt.”
“He spent a long time trying to read the green, but he still missed the difficult shot.”
“Professional golfers often walk around the hole to read the green from every angle, ensuring they understand how the slope will influence the ball's path.”
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Chinese green
Synonym of lokao.
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dictated but not read
Dictated, as to a secretary or stenographer, but not proofread by the person who dictated it.
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go green
To implement certain lifestyle changes designed to help one live in a more ecologically friendly way.
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God's green earth
The world.
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green about the gills
Ill or unwell, especially as indicated by one's appearance.
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green as grass
Inexperienced or naive.
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green fingers
A seemingly natural gardening ability.
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green handshake
A bribe, or a transfer of money that the interested parties represent as a tip but that disinterested third parties are likely to view as a bribe.
Last updated August 10, 2026