play through
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To overtake a slower group of players ahead of one's own group, rather than waiting for them to finish the hole before proceeding.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “play through” mean?
To overtake a slower group of players ahead of one's own group, rather than waiting for them to finish the hole before proceeding.
Is “play through” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.