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Handicap

handicap

noun HEN-di-kep Rare

Origin: from English 'handicap'

Also means

golf handicap index

Usage Note

Handicap in German sport most specifically denotes the golf handicap system that equalises competition between players of different ability. It also appears in horse racing and general usage meaning a disadvantage. In the golf sense, a lower Handicap indicates a better player.

Examples

"Ihr Handicap hat sich nach einem Jahr intensiven Trainings auf zwölf verbessert."

Natural Translation

Her handicap has improved to twelve after a year of intensive training.

Literal Translation

Her handicap has itself after one year of intensive training to twelve improved.

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