Definition

In golf, this term describes a situation where a player is leading by the same number of holes as there are holes left to play in a match.

Example

He was dormie going into the final hole, meaning he was ahead by two holes with only two holes left to play.

Conversation

Did you see how well I played today?

Yeah, you were amazing! You were basically dormie by the last few holes.

Thanks! I didn't expect to be dormie so early in the match.

You really nailed it; keep up that energy!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dormie is derived from the term 'dormir' (meaning to sleep) in French, which is related to the Latin 'dormire' (meaning to sleep). In golf, 'dormie' refers to a situation where a player is ahead by the same number of holes as there are left to play, implying that the opponent cannot win unless they 'sleep' on their lead. Thus, it signifies a state of being in a secure position.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word for sleep, 'dormir', to remember that 'dormie' means being in a secure position in a game, as if you can relax or 'sleep' on your lead.

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