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bogey

/ˈboʊɡi/ noun · British & US
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What does bogey mean?

noun

A score of one over par on a hole in golf; a golfer's worst score on a hole. A person or thing that is considered to be a threat or a challenge.

Example

"The golfer's bogey on the 17th hole cost him the game."

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