Definition & Meaning of "par"

Par

the standard number of strokes expected for a skilled golfer to complete a hole or course

a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced

to par

make a score (on a hole) equal to par

Example

His consistent play led to several pars in a row.

He made par on every hole to finish even for the round.

She needs a par on the last hole to win the tournament.

He hit a long putt to secure par on the challenging par 3.

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